[vette59jdwl]

I believe SPRING has sprung here or is it just wishfull thinking or is it Indian Summer whatever it is it sure is welcome it is 70 degrees here at almost 1030 I talked with my eldest daughter last night she lives in Cold Lake Alberta and dang  they had snow about one to one and a half inches BUUURRRR
vette59jdwl

[chopper526]

I knew it!!! Congratulations!!!

[TFoch]

Congrats Ghost!  Seems like not too long ago it was just some body panels   Nothing cooler than taking it for the first ride.  Makes all that hard work pay off.

[sixball]

Congratulations! Mine is still a dream or maybe a nightmare. It must feel good.

[62131]

Way to go Ghost, that first ride is always a great feeling, congratulation

[vette59jdwl]

Sixball  Just thought this might help----- Vette59jdwl

Hemmings Motor News / November, 2009 / 1911-'54 Chevrolet Parts Suppliers
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1911-'54 Chevrolet Parts Suppliers

1911-'54 Chevrolet Parts Suppliers
Feature Article from Hemmings Motor News
November, 2009 - Jim O'Clair

Back in May 2005, this column listed several Stovebolt Chevrolet suppliers for 1937-'54 Chevrolet cars where you could find restoration and repair items. This month we will be examining a few more suppliers specializing in Chevrolets of this era as well as some parts specialists you can look to for earlier Chevrolet parts, services and literature.
Although many of these advertisers are listed in the Chevrolet Parts 1911-'54 section of the magazine, others are listed in the "Books and Literature" and "Services Offered" sections, and in the "Interchangeable Parts" section under the "Mixed Make Parts" and "General Motors Parts" headings. There may be some repeats from the previous column in the interest of presenting a comprehensive list of advertisers for parts suppliers for this year range.
NORMAN PHILLIPS specializes in grilles and grille shells. He currently has grille assemblies for 1924 to mid-'50s Chevrolets. Chances are if there is a grille available for any pre-war car, Norm has it or knows where to find one.
Wiring harnesses for 1917 and newer Chevrolets are available from YNZ'S YESTERDAY'S PARTS. Each harness is made to factory specifications using period-correct lacquer-covered fabric wiring that matches the original harness in size and color. YNZ's can produce engine, headlamp, dash and taillamp harnesses from original manufacturer patterns. Coverage includes wiring for most pre-war cars and post-war cars into the '50s. They also stock a full range of six-volt bulbs for headlamp, interior and taillamps.
KC WOOD MANUFACTURING supplies structural wood for Chevrolet frames from 1926-'36. This includes both cars and trucks. Whether you need one piece or a complete set of frame pieces, KC Wood can manufacture these parts from the correct type of wood to meet even the most stringent of judging standards. Their pieces are guaranteed to fit your classic Chevrolet the first time.
Accessories such as fender skirts and sun visors can be purchased from JEFF'S CUSTOMS. They offer steel fender skirts for 1936-'76 Chevrolets, as well as continental kits for 1951 and up models, and windshield sun visors for 1935 and up Chevys.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RELICS has an inventory of early Chevrolet body and mechanical parts available for models from the 1920s to the '50s. Fenders, frames, headlamp bars, rubbing boards, decklids, wheels and windshield frames for both cars and trucks are on hand from good donor vehicles. Moldings for 1930s Chevrolets cars are also in stock.
Restoration-quality flat glass is just one of the products offered by AUTO CITY CLASSICS. Flat glass can be ordered in clear, green-tinted or custom gray-tint and is cut from original patterns. In addition to windows and windshields for 1930 and newer Chevrolets and other American makes, Auto City sells reproduction gas tanks and sending units for 1941-'54 passenger cars and power brake changeover kits for 1948 and newer Chevrolet models.
EAST WEST AUTO PARTS has a large assortment of 1934 and newer Chevrolet donor cars, and can supply you with many used body and mechanical parts. East West also keeps many other GM parts vehicles for Cadillac, Buick, Olds and Pontiac collector-car enthusiasts.
Seat belts are all that ANDOVER RESTRAINTS does, and they have several styles of aftermarket lap belts and shoulder harness restraints to add new belts to your car or convert from lap belts to shoulder harness belts. Although early Chevrolets did not have seat belts as standard equipment, they are required in most states to pass vehicle inspections and can be retrofitted to all classic cars without affecting the originality when being judged at premier judging events.
STEELE RUBBER PRODUCTS offers a complete range of replacement rubber weatherstrips and bushings for early GM vehicles, including Chevrolet. Engine and transmission mounts, pedal pads, gas filler neck seals and shock bushings are all available, as are window and windshield weatherstrips and many other rubber grommets and seals.
Quality workmanship and limited lifetime warranty are two things you should look for when you need a power or manual steering gearbox. LARES MANUFACTURING has sold and serviced almost 200,000 gearboxes and power steering pumps, and maintains a large inventory of GM hydraulic steering parts in stock as well as offering an expert rebuilding service. They can fix units from 1930 right up to current production.
APPLE HYDRAULICS has an expert rebuilding service; they can re-sleeve your wheel and master cylinders to eliminate pitting that has accumulated over time, and the new sleeve surface will restore the cylinder to its original bore size for rebuilding that will last far longer than the original cylinder did. Apple can rebuild all types of lever-action shock absorbers as well, including those used on 1928-'48 Chevrolets.
Some original parts for pre-'54 Chevrolets might be hard to find in the aftermarket; however, there are quite a few early parts cars still parked in several salvage yards throughout the country. PARTS OF THE PAST is one of these locations. Currently on hand are many pre-'54 Chevrolet vehicles, including 1934 models, both Master and Standard, as well as 1935-'42 passenger cars, 1937-'40 pickups and 1946-'53 coupes, fastbacks and station wagons.
IDA'S CHEVYS deals specifically in older Chevrolet truck and car parts and has an extensive inventory of used and NORS parts for 1935-'55 Chevrolets. Engine, electrical, body and interior parts are listed on their website by year and in many cases by OE part number. New aftermarket items are also listed.
For 1916-'31 four-cylinder Chevys, you will find many restoration parts available from GARY WALLACE. His catalog of early Chevy parts contains over 900 new and rebuilt items for engine, drivetrain, suspension and electrical systems. Gary also has a large collection of good used parts for cars built during this time period. His catalog is free for the asking.
Mechanical parts for brake, ignition, engine and drivetrain systems on 1930 and newer Chevrolets can be found at KANTER AUTO PRODUCTS. Clutches, universal joints, tune-up parts, carburetor kits and rebuilt fuel pumps and water pumps are all listed in the catalog of replacement parts. Engine gaskets and many other engine parts are also listed along with many accessories, suspension and steering parts. All parts are quality-rebuilt units or brand new and carry a limited lifetime warranty.
PATRICK'S ANTIQUE CARS AND TRUCKS offers many replacement and high-performance engine parts for Chevrolet six-cylinder cars and trucks specializing in pre-1962 "Stovebolt" engines. Performance parts include Fenton headers and Isky camshafts. Patrick's also has six-cylinder engine chrome such as valve covers and beehive-style oil filters and ring and pinion kits for rebuilding rear differentials.
Manual transmission parts and flywheels for pre-war Chevrolets can be found at NORTHWEST TRANSMISSION PARTS. Internal gears, gasket kits, seals and bearings for both manual and early automatic transmissions are still in stock. Northwest can also help with your modern transmission parts needs. Automatic transmission filter kits and other parts are in stock for two-, three- and four-speed automatics and overdrive units.
DESERT VALLEY AUTO PARTS has a large inventory of Arizona rust-free body parts available, in addition to drivetrains and good used engine parts. They are the largest classic car salvage yard in the Southwest, with Chevrolet donor cars from 1935 to the late '80s.
Replacement wooden frame parts are available from CLASSIC WOOD. Wood rebuilding kits for 1925-'36 passenger cars are offered as well as complete or partial kits for 1928-'36 pickups. Classic Wood will also credit you for good, original frame pieces that can be used for patterns they do not yet have. Classic Wood has been producing quality Chevrolet wooden frame pieces for over 25 years.
KEN McGEE has a large selection of car and truck service manuals. His extensive library dates to as far back as 1897 and his Chevrolet inventory covers all years of production. One phone call can solve your lack of information problems when you have restoration difficulties and need to see how the factory did it. Ken McGee is the man to see.
For your early Chevrolet starting and charging system needs, check out ACE ALTERNATOR. Currently in stock are restored starters, generators, solenoids, voltage controls and starter foot switches. Some GM NOS electrical items are also available and their technical service advice is one of their greatest assets. Several of the Hemmings museum vehicles have electrical units that were restored by Ace Alternator.
TIM TYGART'S OBSOLETE CHEVY PARTS has new reproduction and original GM parts listed in their 1929-'57 passenger-car parts catalog. Additionally, Tygart's has a large inventory of GM NOS parts on hand. Several other catalogs are available, one for 1958-'75 cars and another for 1929-'72 pickups.
Concours-quality interior restoration parts for 1916-'55 Chevrolets are the specialty of HAMPTON COACH. OE duplicate upholstery, carpeting, headliners and door panel materials are just a few of the popular items they offer. Their catalog is on their website; however, you can request a free package of literature specific to your vehicle be mailed to you along with one of their free parts and accessories catalogs.
THE FILLING STATION specializes in new aftermarket parts for 1916-'64 Chevrolet passenger cars and 1918-'87 pickups. Over 16,000 part numbers are listed in their 380-page catalog, which you can receive on CD for free or is accessible on their website. They will also send you a copy of the catalog in print for a modest $7 fee. With the amount of information inside, it is well worth the cost to have on hand for future reference.
Check back in next month's Parts Locator column for some additional pre-1954 Chevrolet car and truck parts vendors who can help make your regular maintenance or frame-up restoration project that much easier.
Ace Alternator
239-821-6548
Andover Restraints
410-705-1503
Apple Hydraulics
800-882-7753
Auto City Classics
800-828-2212
Classic Wood
336-691-1344
Desert Valley Auto Parts
800-905-8024
East West Auto Parts
800-447-2886
Gary Wallace
314-293-1991
Hampton Coach
888-388-8726
Ida's Chevys
360-993-0460
Jeff's Customs
520-575-8479
Kanter Auto Products
800-526-1096
KC Wood Manufacturing
540-789-8300
Ken McGee
888-275-2666
Lares Manufacturing
800-555-0896
Norman Phillips
858-272-0583
Northwest Transmission Parts
800-327-1955
Parts of the Past
603-523-4524
Patrick's Antique Cars and Trucks
520-836-1117
Rocky Mountain Relics
970-686-2926
Steele Rubber Products
888-840-7833
The Filling Station
800-841-6622
Tim Tygart's Obsolete Chevy Parts
866-573-5812
YnZ's Yesterday's Parts
909-798-1498

[ghost28]

Morning guys.
 I got the brake line fixed on the roadster, and put all the body panels back on the car, all except the hood and headlights. It's supposed to be nice today so I will get some pictures taken. Maybe I will be in the running for a month on the calender after all. the thought of it sure motivated me.

[vette59jdwl]

Ghost  It is a beautiful day here Just north of the New York border sun is shinning brightly and ther is only a few white puffy clouds in the sky,and it is over 60 degrees out . I think I will do just that Take the old girl out for a fall drive even though most of the leaves have fallen that would be a great idea and you and the misses have a great day.A great day to you all  vette59jdwl

[ghost28]

A quick driveway picture of most of the body parts installed. I might have to raise up the front a bit? I took it around some blocks and nothing rubbed, but I have a feeling on some rough turns it might. HMMM. Maybe a 3/16th thick steel block on top of the leaf spring would be enough.

[vette59jdwl]

Ghost28  looks  cool to me  vette59jdwl

[ghost28]

Ghost28  looks  cool to me  vette59jdwl

Thaks vette. I need to get some big cans headlights to fill that large void up front, and finish fitting and then painting  the hood top.

[TFoch]

Great looking rod Ghost!  You should be proud.  Glad you got to take it for a spin before winter
Tom

[28chevyguy]

yes indeed looks awesome !! congrats ,  thats a huge milestone

[chopper526]

I like it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[themoose]

BEAUTIFUL