Thread: 1940 Ford Tudor Build Thread
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02-08-2023 07:58 AM #1126
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I don't have a picture of it, but I used an exhaust clamp and put the u bolt on the inside of my fender cut. I then welded it in. I wanted to add strength since I cut out the rolled edge and I also wanted to have a rounded edge look to the opening.
So no more procrastinating. I decided to leave the engine and trans mated and pull them out together. Next is to cut that fresh paint.......Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-08-2023 08:49 AM #1127
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Now it's time to cut this ting and make it have clearance. This time I went taller, farther back, but the biggest help I believe will be I recessed the actual notches an inch back too. Now to get the welds dressed and start body work.
Just remember, we do it twice because we like it nice!Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-08-2023 03:51 PM #1128
Looks Good Ryan! Looks like you should have enough room. The cutouts for the exhaust also came out great
In spite of the extra work I think you made the right decision. I still sometimes wish I could have left the aluminum covers on the 57. Looks like you're going to be using bolts instead of studs for the covers, just remember to put some sealant on the threads.
.I've NEVER seen a car come from the factory that couldn't be improved.....
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02-08-2023 07:18 PM #1129
Nice. I never leave enough motor clearance, I'm a slow learner.
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02-09-2023 06:49 AM #1130
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When I was getting ready to put the engine in, I figured I wouldn't have enough room to lift the valve covers off so I used bolts. I especially didn't take into account, you have to lift the valve cover up 1.5-2" to actually get the valve cover off. Hopefully, now with the larger notches, I'll be able to lift them off the engine. I have 5/16" stainless rod to make studs for it so hopefully the notches are deep enough.
Yeah, this one bit me. Having to have the cool shiny things is a disease?Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-16-2023 08:02 AM #1131
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I now have the new notches welded in and ground/sanded ready for body work.Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-16-2023 10:22 AM #1132
OOF... I guess you really wanted them fancy valve covers! 8-)
was it painful to cut some more?
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02-23-2023 10:00 AM #1133
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Oh yeah, it definitely was! Even sanding the middle of it was rough to do but it'll be all shiny again some day.
I haven't had much time available to work on the car. Kiddos birthday parties, lovely winter weather, and doing side work to pay for the newest car to the fleet.
I did get some tiger hair mixed up and put around the notches. Hopefully I can get it all smoothed out soon.Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-23-2023 03:05 PM #1134
Keep at it,you've made good progress recently!
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02-23-2023 03:47 PM #1135
Hell of a build. I just checked and you are less than 400 miles from me practically due north. That would make a great little road trip, might have to try it someday. I've only been in Iowa once and that was on a choo-choo from Omaha to Dayton, Ohio in 1964.Ken Thomas
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02-23-2023 04:49 PM #1136
Ken,
You'd enjoy the Good Guys Heartland Nationals in Des Moines, always the weekend close to July 4th. This year I think it's June 30 - July 2. The State Fair Grounds is a great venue, lots of room, and lots of old buildings for the inside stuff, assuming they do inside stuff.... Ryan might even have the '40 there!!Roger
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02-24-2023 07:40 AM #1137
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Thanks Mike. It's still close but so far away but I'm not putting it back in storage again without it driving on a road first.
Ken, thank you. If you do decide to make it up this way feel free to reach out and I'll be glad to show you around and can take you to a couple of older rod collections in the area. Have you seen this yet? It's right near you, I'm going to try make it this year.
https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...-2023.1284657/
Des Moines Good guys is an awesome show. From what the Good guys workers say, it is the 2nd or 3rd top ranked show they had for the last 2 to 3 years.Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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02-24-2023 08:09 AM #1138
We have a number of Braum's in town so I logged on and asked which one but be assured I'll be there. My second car was a 40 Standard 2dr sedan I drove from San Diego to Dayton, Ohio in 1962.Ken Thomas
NoT FaDe AwaY and the music didn't die
The simplest road is usually the last one sought
Wild Willie & AA/FA's The greatest show in drag racing
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02-26-2023 08:31 AM #1139
I'm a little late to this party. Been out of commission for a few weeks and I'm just now trying to get caught up.
Hate you had to cut the firewall, but it's looking good. FWIW - It may have been a lot of work, but I think you made the right decision. Those aluminum covers look killer on the Hemi.Mike
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03-08-2023 04:39 AM #1140
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Mike, I hope everything is going well. I knew if I didn't do it now I'd be tearing the car apart later to do it and I don't want that. I sure miss having the car together. I haven't had much time to devote to it lately. I finally did get the tiger hair all knocked down. That was a lot of work but did give a great base. I put down my first later of filler last night. I'm hoping I can get it all smoothed out soon so I can get it primed. The engine needs back in the car and out of my way. I took on more side work and I got myself into another money pit. If you guys don't hear from me for a while check the local obituaries. The better half wasn't thrilled of my poor life choice but i couldn't say no. I have poor self control when it comes to cool stuff.
On edit: I did see a 40 coupe on a FB group I'm in that had some flames I liked. I really need to get this thing fully painted.Last edited by 40FordDeluxe; 03-08-2023 at 04:52 AM.
Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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