1940 Ford Tudor Build Thread

[Scooting]

I did get some pretty heavy duty bump stops for this too. They're supposed to be progressive but we'll see. They are pretty darn stiff and you can't really smash them by hand power.

Interesting, Tell me more about the bump stops, perhaps a picture.

[40FordDeluxe]

Interesting, Tell me more about the bump stops, perhaps a picture.

Here is a link to an ebay ad for them.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Progr...-/261620566133

I really wanted to get daystar progressive ones. But the cost and space constraints made me go with the simpler ones.

https://www.4wd.com/p/daystar-stinge...SABEgLvTvD_BwE

[40FordDeluxe]

I had this wild hair to clean the garage and get the 40 outside for a better look at it. I put on the LH running board to get a better feel for it. I think it looks pretty sweet. Next is to get my engine and trans mounts built and installed.

[Scooting]

Thanks for the bump stop items. I can use them on a project.

On your pictures outside : Quick, ask all your family to jump in and see if you touch the ground!!! That sucker is low. I am not sure I have ever had a drive curb it could clear. Wow. Watch out for the bump stops in the parking lots.

[MP&C]

Awesome stance!

[40FordDeluxe]

Thanks for the bump stop items. I can use them on a project.

On your pictures outside : Quick, ask all your family to jump in and see if you touch the ground!!! That sucker is low. I am not sure I have ever had a drive curb it could clear. Wow. Watch out for the bump stops in the parking lots.

I won't drive it with it that low. That's just how it is with no air in the air bags. The front cross member has around 5" clearance at ride height. I'm sure I'll have to drive it in and out of drive ways etc cautiously. I had to before with this thing when it had the stock wore out springs in it. At least now I'll be able to raise the car up if I see fit.

[53 Chevy5]

Wow, that looks awesome, that had to get you excited to drive it!

[Mike P]

That does look good. You sure get a different perspective once you move them outside don't you.


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[40FordDeluxe]

Wow, that looks awesome, that had to get you excited to drive it!

Oh yeah for sure!

That does look good. You sure get a different perspective once you move them outside don't you..
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Yes sir! I was really worried about the rear tire in the fender opening. It all measures square and the wheel is centered. Those sloping openings at the bottom plays games with the eyes. I'm glad I did it. I've had the picture of the maroon one saved for a while. I didn't think I'd be able to get mine to set like it, but I think I'm really close. Maybe some day I'll get the cool wire wheels too. Haha

[Scooting]

I won't drive it with it that low. That's just how it is with no air in the air bags. The front cross member has around 5" clearance at ride height.

That is actually nice. Makes me want to bag mine.

[40FordDeluxe]

I have been working on the 40 but have been having issues getting pics to be uploaded correctly. I decided to shelf the bat wing air filter set up. I went with the Mopar 6 pack lid. Bases are out of this world for them, and wouldn't work for me. So I am building one out of sheet metal. I still have to finish it but it is taking shape.

I have been wanting to build some stands to put cars on while working on them. In this case, I wanted them to support the tires so I could support the frame where I wanted it and simulate ride height off the ground. I whipped these up out of 2x4s. I used up all my left over twisted fence wood I couldn't return. At least I got some use out of them finally. Here's a gratuitous truck shot. The roads were clear so I've been driving it trying to forget winter.

I finally had the time to get the car up on the stands. It took a little time to get the engine and trans where I wanted it. I had to offset it to the passenger side a little bit to accommodate for the pinion offset on the 8.8. Finally the engine is mounted and off of wood. I have to add some uprights for support. I've started on the trans mount and hope to get it finished this week.

[53 Chevy5]

I like the air cleaner choice, it'll blend right in. I believe you have what they call the poor man's hoist. Sure beats the crap out of thinking skinny on a creeper. Your pickup looks small in the lumbar yard alley. What's that spark plug engine you have in the background?

[40FordDeluxe]

I like the air cleaner choice, it'll blend right in. I believe you have what they call the poor man's hoist. Sure beats the crap out of thinking skinny on a creeper. Your pickup looks small in the lumbar yard alley. What's that spark plug engine you have in the background?

I'm thinking about having my friend pin stripe the lid after I paint it. I'm not really into pin striping but he does great work and is really creative. That's a 402 for a 72 Chevy I'm waiting for parts on.

[Scooting]

I like the air cleaner setup. But it looks squashed. Can you get a element for it that is twice the height? Those dual carbs would love that.

[40FordDeluxe]

I like the air cleaner setup. But it looks squashed. Can you get a element for it that is twice the height? Those dual carbs would love that.

I haven't found one yet. I don't think anyone makes one. This one is a high flow K&N too. It should be fine since these air cleaners set on top of 340 and 440 6 packs.