1931 Ford Model A

Convertible

Model B Engine

Manual

A013445

Clear

Gasoline

This is my 1931 Model A Ford Roadster Deluxe project that is a result of an over two years and over $24k investment. It is nicknamed “The Gent”. I tried to replicate what a car would look like if built in the late 40’s as a hot rod. It was built as period-correct as possible down to the 6 volt, positive ground electrical system - ALL HENRY FORD STEEL. The overall stance has been lowered approximately 4" front and rear. I originally built it to race on the beaches of Wildwood NJ in the Race of Gentlemen; however, the car is fresh and I wanted to keep it this way. Original hood is included. Pics are without the hood is as I like the way it looks! Whenever possible, I tried to use pre-1950 parts whether new, used or rebuilt. The only exceptions I allowed myself (in the interest of safety and dependability) were the F100 steering box, the FSI ignition and the Flathead Ted floating brake system. I started with solid, amateur-grade 40 year old restoration on a 1931 Ford Model A Roadster Deluxe with a rumble seat. As you will see in the pics, I resisted the temptation to create a trailer queen. The patina on much of this car is wonderful. I drove it around a while and then started the build. The result, with quite a bit of influence from Mel Stultz (TROG) is a full-fendered hot rod with non-descript changes and upgrades. Please look closely at the pictures. This is a very good running, driving, stopping 84 year old vehicle. The engine and transmission both have oil; therefore, they leak! As indicated, it is a 40+ year old (amateur) paint job. While the body is solid, it has waves and chips. It is my goal to have a very happy buyer with NO SURPRISES or disappointments! International sales are welcome as long as you, the buyer, coordinate and pay for shipping. If you have a true interest in this car, please call me to see it we can work out a deal. Many of my prior vehicles for sale on EBay have not made it to the end of the auction. Please have your finances in order prior to making a bid. Below are the specs on the car. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 732.278.3255 Stan. SUSPENSION/STEERING/TIRES (overall 4" lowered stance) 1932 front axleF100 Mel Gross steering boxnew drag link and tie rod end teflon EZ steer replacements1931 pitman arm1931 springs with reverse eyes, main spring moved in the pack1932 rocky mountain brakes fitted with flathead Ted floating brakesnew brakes, springs, bearings and races1931 NOS kingpins1932 spindles1932 perches1931 brake cross shaftPure Hot Rods rear tube conversion with Kenny’s Pete and Jake tube shocks1927 T rear spring with reverse eyes, main spring moved in the pack1935 wire wheels with 6.00 tiresExtra pair (2) 1935 wire wheels stripped and ready for paint DRIVETRAIN 1932 Ford Model B engine, diamond block marked "51" fully inserted Wieland finned alum head, approximate compression ratio of about 7.5 to 8:1GEMSA finned aluminum valve cover (RARE)enlarged bore 3.992” with new pistons and ringsreground crank – fully inserted bearingsbalanced rotating assemblyenlarged intake valvesported intake and exhaustheavy duty valve springsadjustable liftersmodified race camrebuilt B distributor with updated pointsrebuilt B fuel pumpGEMSA finned alum valve coveroil pressure to main and cam bearingspressurized oil system - cold start-65# hot idle-25#new clutch and pressure plateslant top ford 1935 gearbox with adapterBurns (not a repro) dual carb intake dual Stromberg 81'scustom fabricated dual exhaust manifoldWinfield vibration damper INTERIOR currently mostly stock interior1935 swan neck shifterfull new Cartouche interior in the boxesstock amp and gas gaugeslate 1940’s Stewart Warner oil pressure and water temp mechanical gaugeslate 1940’s Westach tachometer INCLUDED original hood painted in the same color as the carnew Cartouche interior in the boxesoriginal side curtains2 additional 1935 wire wheels, stripped and ready for painthead adaptor to 36 ford water pump with 36 water pump includedmiscellaneous extra parts, starter, steering box and column, generator, etc.I might have some other parts that will be included as I find them THE ENGINE BACK STORY The engine, as I was told, was built in Idaho to run on the salt flats. It was built in the late 50's and set in a 1930 Ford Model A Coupe and was not started. Soon after, the owner passed. A second individual then purchased the project from his estate and the car sat in his garage, untouched, for over 50 years…the engine still not fired up. The 3rd owner, Larry V of ID was at a flea market selling A parts and was approached by the widow of the second owner and Larry bought the project from her. He took the engine to a machine shop (“Troys Engine and Mfg” in Rigby ID) who tore down the engine, did a fresh hone on the cylinders; checked all the tolerances, cleaned up the 50 year old assembly lube and prepped it to start. Larry then started it up and then posted it on the HAMB for sale. I bought the engine in January 2013 for a ‘27 roadster I had at the time but never installed it. The engine sat until October of 2014, when I turned the 1931 project over to TJ O’Grady of Throttle Jockey Originals for engine and trans installation. Vehicle is sold "as is where is" with no warranties or refunds.On Oct-04-15 at 13:23:31 PDT, seller added the following information: Can deliver to Hershey this weekend.On Oct-05-15 at 18:49:03 PDT, seller added the following information: If you've got cash, I can deliver to the Race of Gentlemen in Wildwood NJ this weekend.