Stevemo Posted March 31, 2019 Share Posted March 31, 2019 (edited) I will be posting videos on my YouTube channel now that I'm ramping up on restoring this 1934 Hupmobile 417W Rebuild. I'm not sure if "restoration" is the correct word in this case. I've had it for a number of years now and I'm itching to get it on the road. The intent is to hammer away at it to the point of it becoming a rolling restoration as soon as possible. The engine/transmission will not be correct but everything else will be. Please watch the "Where to start?" Video and provide pointers. I am more comfortable with chassis work that body work so I'm struggling to start with the body work. I know I can get more done faster when working on the chassis. Cheers, Steve Edited April 17, 2019 by Stevemo (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29hupp Posted March 31, 2019 Share Posted March 31, 2019 Steve, I admire you for taking on a project like this yourself. I have a 29 Hupp A sedan that started in a similar condition. It appears you plan on doing the lion’s share of work yourself as I am doing also. Curious if your engine transmission upgrade is by default. I almost went the same newer engine route when the first restoration shop I got a quote from for new bearings was $13.500. Fortunately I later found a man that only charged $50 per bearing. I had the same issue with removing the door hinge pins but wound up removing the hinges completely where I could turn them upside down and drive the pins out. Looking forward to see how you progress. Dick Arnett 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted March 31, 2019 Author Share Posted March 31, 2019 When I got the car it had a Ford 289 in it that was full of water. The 302 is about the same engine so I knew it would fit so that is why I am going this route plus I was able to buy the donor van for $500. Things should really get going once the weather improves. It's too cold to lay on the floor or do anything that requires dexterity. I think I can put in 16 hours a week for the next 5 or 6 months. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herm111 Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 On 3/31/2019 at 11:59 AM, 29hupp said: Steve, I admire you for taking on a project like this yourself. I have a 29 Hupp A sedan that started in a similar condition. It appears you plan on doing the lion’s share of work yourself as I am doing also. Curious if your engine transmission upgrade is by default. I almost went the same newer engine route when the first restoration shop I got a quote from for new bearings was $13.500. Fortunately I later found a man that only charged $50 per bearing. I had the same issue with removing the door hinge pins but wound up removing the hinges completely where I could turn them upside down and drive the pins out. Looking forward to see how you progress. Dick Arnett I would sure like to see close up pictures of all those 50.00 bearings. Herm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted April 2, 2019 Author Share Posted April 2, 2019 We build up babbit at work with a TIG torch when the damage doesn't warrant a re-pour. Our smallest shafts are 6" in diameter so there is lots of space for the TIG torch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hupp36 Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 I do not have my 2018 Hupmobile club roster with me but you can get a lot of help from our club members. i f you are a member you will know this. If not join us for some help with your restoration.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29hupp Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 I would sure like to see close up pictures of all those 50.00 bearings. I had most of a spare engine so at $50 per bearing I did both engines. I had the crankshafts turned on both before having the bearings done. One engine is assembled and running in the car and the other has the crankshaft installed without the pistons. FYI he line bored both at no additional cost I just needed to go help him lift the engines. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted April 17, 2019 Author Share Posted April 17, 2019 I've added a new video showing how I'm doing a template of the sides of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted April 18, 2019 Author Share Posted April 18, 2019 I finished the big paper template. I think I am going to save it as a single piece and go back to make door bottom templates. This will make sure I maintain the proper positions of everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29hupp Posted April 20, 2019 Share Posted April 20, 2019 Steve, Your bodywork skills are impressive. Dick Arnett 29 HUPP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted May 29, 2019 Author Share Posted May 29, 2019 One of the door skins is coming together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted June 2, 2019 Author Share Posted June 2, 2019 Here is a video showing some of the sheet metal work which I neglected filming on the first panel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 (edited) The usual story, progress has been slower than expected. I had been trying to buy floor parts but people have been difficult to deal with so I guess I'll be patching the floor on my own. I'm also hung-up on a fuel system for the engine due to the current goings-on. Here are a couple recent videos: Edited March 28, 2020 by Stevemo (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted March 31, 2020 Author Share Posted March 31, 2020 I was finally able to get the steering wheel off: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevemo Posted April 13, 2020 Author Share Posted April 13, 2020 I have found a fuel tank which I have decided to put in the Hupmobile. It needs to be purged and modified but it is a good start and I have all the material I need on hand to make it work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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