Good summary of things to take into consideration when replacing the top wood. I used a combination of "store-bought" and home-made pieces. Came out pretty good; best if you take your time.
I have just started to help my 94 year old neighbor restore his Fordor, I need to build an entire new roof frame. Is it possible to get drawing or templates to make the parts? my email is: bgelow@me.com thanks
@@billgelow2011 've been in the Model A hobby for over 50 years. When I restored my 1931 Tudor, I had some good old pieces I could use as patterns but the rest I purchased. As far as I know, there are no patterns available for sale. They people who HAVE the patterns make wood kits and they're not about to give away or sell the patterns. The MAFCA website lists a couple of vendors who make wood kits: www.mafca.com/suppliers.html Make sure you mention the year of the Fordor and whether it's a Briggs or a Murray (and if it's a 3-side window or 2 side window).
Thanks. Interesting. At first I thought that car is too nice to mess with. We sure found out once you got inside it. That's why buying someone else's project can be scary.
I am getting used to your "dry" presentation. I like the logic you apply to this build...hand built wood work coupled with assembly line manufacturing: Where is the sweet spot? I do intend to watch all your videos, have subscribed and just may purchase a Model A Town Sedan due to your presentation in the next two weeks.
A question of the wood finishing. I was always told that painting structural wood parts of a car will enhance rot. The paint traps moisture. And what wood did you choose?
@@onewhocollects6781 I wasn't sure if you made the header or not. Sounds like you used a pre-made one and then ground where necessary to get it to fit? Very nice work!
Thank you for the information. One more question if I could what type of wood does one use in the body and roof of a fordor? I am just getting ready to pull mine apart to restore? Also I have found your videos very helpful and enjoyable.
Stephen, I agree....I judged him way to soon. Whis I could retract the comment. I've subscribed and watched everyone of his videos since then and look forward to any new ones he puts out... Especially his model T series!
I know, working with old cars is not that easy, as you made it looks like.
Some Zen and the mindset of a rocking-chair is surely helpful.
Nice work! Yep, working on these cars isn't rocket science but it takes time, patience, and common sense. NICE JOB!!
Dude you are the Ben stein of model a great job you are a guru keep the videos coming 👍🏻
You sure do know alot about Model T's and A's..... you must have started your career by age 10....great job..
Pretty close actually. Thank you very much.
Good video im making wooden roof parts for a freind your video helped
Good summary of things to take into consideration when replacing the top wood. I used a combination of "store-bought" and home-made pieces. Came out pretty good; best if you take your time.
I have just started to help my 94 year old neighbor restore his Fordor, I need to build an entire new roof frame. Is it possible to get drawing or templates to make the parts? my email is: bgelow@me.com thanks
@@billgelow2011 've been in the Model A hobby for over 50 years. When I restored my 1931 Tudor, I had some good old pieces I could use as patterns but the rest I purchased. As far as I know, there are no patterns available for sale. They people who HAVE the patterns make wood kits and they're not about to give away or sell the patterns.
The MAFCA website lists a couple of vendors who make wood kits: www.mafca.com/suppliers.html Make sure you mention the year of the Fordor and whether it's a Briggs or a Murray (and if it's a 3-side window or 2 side window).
Thanks. Interesting. At first I thought that car is too nice to mess with. We sure found out once you got inside it. That's why buying someone else's project can be scary.
those pre made wood kits are out rages 2023
I am getting used to your "dry" presentation. I like the logic you apply to this build...hand built wood work coupled with assembly line manufacturing: Where is the sweet spot?
I do intend to watch all your videos, have subscribed and just may purchase a Model A Town Sedan due to your presentation in the next two weeks.
A question of the wood finishing. I was always told that painting structural wood parts of a car will enhance rot. The paint traps moisture. And what wood did you choose?
HOLA, COMO ES LA CARPINTERÍA EN MADERA DE LA BASE DE LA CARROCERÍA QUE VA CONTRA EL CHASIS. GRACIAS
I'd like to know where part one is also.
Is there a way to lengthen the life of the wood?
I am very curious as to what type of wood you used. I am looking at replacing the roof wood in my 30 Fordor as well. Thanks!
I'm not sure what the header is made of, but I used red oak on this car.
@@onewhocollects6781 I wasn't sure if you made the header or not. Sounds like you used a pre-made one and then ground where necessary to get it to fit? Very nice work!
Where did u get the wood from
Thank you for the information. One more question if I could what type of wood does one use in the body and roof of a fordor? I am just getting ready to pull mine apart to restore? Also I have found your videos very helpful and enjoyable.
I used red oak on everything I made. I'm not sure what was used originally by Briggs, but most coach builders at the time used ash.
quick question why are the pieces not glued together but just screwed?
It allows some flexibility. If all the ends are glued solid, the wood might split from stress caused by driving.
How can I tell the difference between 28/29 and 30/31 front fenders?
The most obvious difference is the 28-29s are more round. The 30-31s have more straight lines in them.
Class: Sedan
Orgin: USA
Where is part 1?
I found it: th-cam.com/video/uWJEokOfhW4/w-d-xo.html
Still on my channel. About 2 videos back.
Great information but could you show some enthusiasm..... the monoton narrative is distracting. Just sayin
Too many critics out there... have some respect, Pal....
Stephen, I agree....I judged him way to soon. Whis I could retract the comment. I've subscribed and watched everyone of his videos since then and look forward to any new ones he puts out... Especially his model T series!