My 26-27 T build

[kris-kincaid]

I figured I'd better post a few photos of the project I got rolling. What I have is a '26-'27 T pickup body and a Model A bed thats been shortened and narrowed by somebody at one time. I'm using Youngsters excellent plans for the chassis, and so far so good! The engine for now is a 351 Cleveland with a Toploader 4speed. That may change if I find something that looks more nostalgic. I'm going to be using an Explorer 8.8 rear-end. I was able to pick it up for $10, and it's in great shape. My idea is to use a Model A rear spring with friction shocks, I really like the look.

Because of $$ considerations, this'll be a long term project, but so far I think I'm moving along quickly given that this is a one man project!

Here are a bunch of photos I've taken; feel free to comment or make suggestions or ask questions. I'm still new to the hot roddin scene! So far, this forum has been a tremendous help and source of knowledge. Photo gallery pages

Thanks,

 

[Youngster]

This is going to be fun to watch. Keep us posted Kris.

Ron

 

[putz]

Looks like you are going to have a rare steel body not to many left keep the classics alive.

 

[Ted Brown]

Hi Kris, Been a while since we talked, you will have fun building this ride, a bit different than what you were building But probably more fun in the end..

 

[donsrods]

Yep, nice to see an original steel body...........I'd love to find one to build. As for the Cleveland motor, that is another love of mine. Bracket raced a 68 Mustang with a 70 Cleveland for a while. That motor converted me from a Chevy lover to a Ford man for many years.

Keep up the good work and keep us posted.

Don

 

[VegasBruce]

Nice collection of parts you got there

 

[kris-kincaid]

Thanks for the replies fellas. So far, my foray into the T-bucket world has been fun, and this board is great.