38 Century Clutch fork Boot

[philipj]

Somewhere along the way while trying to sort out my new purchase, I found a reference to a clutch fork boot which may be GM 1327130.. Is there a modern rubber substitute for this? Has anyone ever seen the original leather metal boot protector? Thank you.

[pont35cpe]

Bobs has them for `26-30 and `40-55. I made one for my `36 from the pants leg of an old pair of levis.. Works for me..

[39BuickEight]

If your Wal-Mart has a fabric dept (some do and some don’t) they had what I consider an exact match black canvas-type material for my 1939 that I used to remake mine.  So the 1938 was leather?   I bet finding that material wouldn’t be difficult.  Just need a needle and thread (unless of course you need the whole assembly). 

[MCHinson]

I am not sure if the originals were leather, denim, or canvas. I have the metal spring that holds it in for my 1938 Century project, but I need to confirm the correct material and sew one. As far as I know, they are not available as reproduction parts. 

[Al McMichael]

I have an original boot fabric. If you send me your address ill make a traced copy and send it to you.

[DonMicheletti]

Here is a crappy photo of my Specials crappyclutch fork boot.  It appears it might have originally been a kind of oil cloth. This side would face out