Steve Braverman

My dad had a very nice 1934 Panel Truck. I don't think many of these have survived due to the extensive amount of wood in the body.

The car is coming along great Edwin. We hope to see it and you at the Trek.

I believe most of the visor could easily be made. The factory drawings of all the pieces are available on the HHFC website for club members. The wheels were originally painted to match the body. Good luck with the car. The 10C is the most fun to drive.

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I've looked through the Dealer's Bulletins that are available on the web site, and I didn't find anything indicating what color the shutters were. I do not have access to the salesman's data book, but it sounds interesting. One interesting note was a mention of "painted fenders" (meaning painted a color other than black) were being introduced, as improvements in paint allowed for color matching in the field. Was 1930 the first year this was available on a regular production model? I know painted fenders were available earlier, but not common. So far all I've learned is that all the shutters were painted black except for the ones that weren't.

Bulletin #566 says nothing regarding the color of the shutters. In fact, it doesn't even say to paint he center bar black. It does reference "General Letter No. 518." Are "General Letters" available anywhere? I don't see them on the HHFC site.

I am trying to find any documentation regarding the painting of 1930 Hood Front shutters. Any factory drawing that might contain the information seems to be missing. I have been told by some knowledgeable and respected experts that they were painted fender color, while others have said they were all painted black except maybe on custom cars. Of course many, if not most cars have black fenders. Mine has green fenders. My shutters have been sloppily painted a non-matching green. Maybe when I take it apart I will find some evidence of the original paint.

Kathy Wittenborn of Pleasantville, NY passed away last night. She leaves behind her loving husband Andy. She was a fixture at HH Franklin Club events, and she will be missed.

Mine need to be painted anyway. Black is easy.

I thought they were painted fender color? The drawing is missing.

The spring on my 1932 sedan broke a while back. These springs are relatively generic, but they come in all shapes and sizes. They were available from auto parts stores, and if you have an older store with good inventory you might get lucky. Try your local NAPA if you have one. A friend of mine had an assortment in a box from Dorman (or a similar supplier) and I was able to find a match. I think the spring that fit the '32 was listed as fitting a Ford from the early 50s (the 1930 is a different latch). https://www.google.com/shopping/product/1?q=auto+door+latch+spring+assortment&prds=epd:36040258182292011,eto:36040258182292011_0,pid:36040258182292011&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiNs_LRw-SEAxVREFkFHWZ1AckQ9pwGCAk

Yes, I’m aware of the minimal amount of wood in my Plymouth. The doors close like a bank vault. I bought a complete wood kit from Cubel for my 1914 Ford. It’s a project that’s on hold for the time being.

I learn something new every day. I’ve never owned a Model A. I find it curious that the four door sedans were wood framed when it was probably one of the most popular body styles. I thought the later T sedans were all steel? I never understood Henry’s thinking. My 1931 Plymouth sedan is all steel. But then again it’s a vastly superior automobile in almost every way compared to a Model A.

I believe most Ford closed car bodies were all-steel by 1925.

The best part of this car is that Twin Turbine transmission. It's a little sluggish off the line, but highway passing acceleration is impressive. I would find mine rolling at 80mph if i didn't keep an eye on it.

I had a 63 LeSabre four door hardtop. It was a beautiful driving car.

The 145 sedan was the least expensive model. Even the coupe cost more. I find that interesting as you got so much more car with a sedan.

I purchased two of Steve's gauges for my Series 10s. They are not 100% perfect, in that you can tell they are repros, but the level of quality and function is well-worth the price he charges for them. If you need one or think you might need one, buy one.

That's good to know. The plywood floor in my trailer is terrible.

Yes, and pink is considered "off red."

I've only had this car a little over a year, and so I haven't had a change to take it apart much body wise, but I think it's probably always been two-tone green. The 1930 sales catalog shows the 147 sedan in two-tone green. These may be accurate colors, I really don't know. It appears different under different lighting. It's growing on me. What part of the country are you in? Will we get to meet you at the Franklin Trek in July in NY?

This statement has been overused as an excuse to paint cars ridiculous colors. BTW, that 130 coupe is gray, not white.

A sedan looks best when painted in dark colors. My 1930 is two-tone green. Personally I think it's too bright, but my SO loved the colors so much I kinda had to buy it. The car was repainted in the 60s or 70s. These might be the original colors, I don't know.

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