my '39 does not like cold (lower than 60°) mornings, and even after a 45 minute /35 mile commute in stop and go traffic I can't get her up to a good operating temp.

She's hoovers around 160° when moving, when I stop it will get to 190° then quickly back down to 160° once moving again.


I believe this is a result of the open vents on the side hood aprons, and maybe the large open front grille.

I've searched high and low for a grille screen or cover to reduce the cold air flow but can't find anything for a 1937-1939.

anyone have any ideas? I'm likely to have to make on myself, but if someone has some ideas they would like to share, please do.