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model A sedan 36 chassis
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salc1
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Posted: 02/14/09 09:45 PM
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I have a good 1936 chassis, problem is I want to use a model A sedan body , is it going to be a problem width wise(24" @firewall body vs 34" on chassis),getting the body on the chassis, ,Im thinking i have to widen body,any tips
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5wCoupe
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Posted: 02/17/09 12:39 AM
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This will not, in my honest opinion, make for a good combination. The beautiful proportions of the Model-A will be ruined by widening it. Going the other by narrowing the ‘36 frame would be more work than scratch-building an “A” type frame from rectangular tubing. Notice that your ‘36 frame rails are constructed with a channel within a channel, and that the inner channel forms the center “X” member . . . not conducive to narrowing. Also, the front axle is mounted in front of the spring. The Model-A axle is under the spring. You would not be able to mount your radiator in a pleasing fashion because of this. There are plenty more reasons to avoid doing this frame swap . . . fender and running board mounting, wheelbase, D.M.V. registration, etc. You will be much, much happier in the long run if you put you sedan on a Model-A frame. Maybe you can sell or trade the ‘36 frame?
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salc1
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Posted: 02/17/09 07:57 PM
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5wCoupe: This will not, in my honest opinion, make for a good combination. The beautiful proportions of the Model-A will be ruined by widening it. Going the other by narrowing the ‘36 frame would be more work than scratch-building an “A” type frame from rectangular tubing. Notice that your ‘36 frame rails are constructed with a channel within a channel, and that the inner channel forms the center “X” member . . . not conducive to narrowing. Also, the front axle is mounted in front of the spring. The Model-A axle is under the spring. You would not be able to mount your radiator in a pleasing fashion because of this. There are plenty more reasons to avoid doing this frame swap . . . fender and running board mounting, wheelbase, D.M.V. registration, etc. You will be much, much happier in the long run if you put you sedan on a Model-A frame. Maybe you can sell or trade the ‘36 frame?
Hey thanks for the reply, i think maybe you should be writing editorials, well done, thanks again Sal
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5wCoupe
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Posted: 02/17/09 08:40 PM
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All the best to you with your project Sal! Model-A sedans are very cool!
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