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by birdacre
February 1st, 2015, 2:03 pm
Forum: AA Ford Discussion
Topic: ford factory thickness of splash aprons, HELP, anyone know?
Replies: 2
Views: 2285

ford factory thickness of splash aprons, HELP, anyone know?

i have found a web site that looks too good to be true. rootlieb sheetmetal. they state that their parts are same as original. i checked the gauge of my originals, removing rust and paint and i get around a solid 18 gauge. they state that 20 gauge is factory. they have a great reputation, i am just ...
by birdacre
January 27th, 2015, 7:23 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally were
Replies: 3
Views: 2833

Re: does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally

bud, thank you for the advice. they seem like a very impressive company from their web site. it is always nice to check on a reputation before trusting a stranger. thank you, kevin
by birdacre
January 27th, 2015, 5:14 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally were
Replies: 3
Views: 2833

Re: does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally

the company rootlieb says that they make them out of 20 gauge. any ideas on how this compares to factory originals. thank you in advance, kevin in ct
by birdacre
January 24th, 2015, 4:32 pm
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally were
Replies: 3
Views: 2833

does anyone know what gauge aa splash aprons originally were

looking for the factory gauge of aa splash aprons? any ideas?
by birdacre
January 23rd, 2015, 10:51 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: anyone ever buy products from Rootlieb sheetmetal
Replies: 0
Views: 2738

anyone ever buy products from Rootlieb sheetmetal

i found some nice sounding 96 inch splash aprons. 260 a pair plus 100 shipping to ct. they said they are 20 gauge. does anyone know what the originals were? anyone ever order from them. they look like a very progressive company. thank you in advance. kevin
by birdacre
January 20th, 2015, 2:45 pm
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: looking for 96 inch splash aprons for a 28 aa?
Replies: 5
Views: 3848

Re: looking for 96 inch splash aprons for a 28 aa?

thank you ed for the reply. did you have any trouble getting them to line up? i have heard folks talk about a flat spot or lack of flat spot on some aftermarket. any idea what this is? hey how long did it take for the parts to come? i have heard horror stories? i have also heard great stories. thank...
by birdacre
January 18th, 2015, 4:29 pm
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: looking for 96 inch splash aprons for a 28 aa?
Replies: 5
Views: 3848

looking for 96 inch splash aprons for a 28 aa?

does anyone have any leads. i am leery of reproduction ones. does anyone have any feedback on this? thank you, kevin in ct
by birdacre
November 30th, 2014, 7:47 pm
Forum: AA Ford Discussion
Topic: Carburetor
Replies: 11
Views: 5644

Re: Carburetor

i run my carb dry each time in the winter. i have had the engine turn over and over, fuel pour out carb and plugs taken out and bone dry. i suspected some icing in carb from condensation. i do not have this problem anymore when i run it dry. hope this helps.
by birdacre
November 1st, 2014, 1:10 pm
Forum: AA Ford Discussion
Topic: Release 5 aafords.com
Replies: 7
Views: 5667

thank you neil wilson

neil, what a wonderful gift to the historical preservation of of something that symbolizes so many of the great values and ingenuity of our country. these trucks and the following of members is symbolic of much more than just a hobby. thank you, your recent additions are perfect timing for my truck ...
by birdacre
July 23rd, 2014, 10:04 pm
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: NEED 1929 Express AA Spare Tire Carrier
Replies: 6
Views: 5020

Re: NEED 1929 Express AA Spare Tire Carrier

hey i am on the east coast in ct. is your frame just surface rust? that would be fine, if it is more involved, i am trying to stay away from that, thank you, kevin
by birdacre
July 23rd, 2014, 9:03 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: NEED 1929 Express AA Spare Tire Carrier
Replies: 6
Views: 5020

Re: NEED 1929 Express AA Spare Tire Carrier

i will keep an eye out for one, i am on east coast. i am looking for a windshield frame for my 28 aa. anyone out there have one they want to sell or any leads??? kevin in ct.
by birdacre
June 18th, 2014, 11:50 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: model aa chassis for sale 1000 or bo
Replies: 5
Views: 3991

Re: model aa chassis for sale 1000 or bo

do you have any leads on a 28 windshield frame or rear pass. express fender?? i am in northeast ct. thank you kevin
by birdacre
May 29th, 2014, 5:36 am
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: Random 28/29 parts for sale.
Replies: 8
Views: 5276

Re: Random 28/29 parts for sale.

do you have any leads on windshield frame or rear passenger express fender, thank you in advance, kevin
by birdacre
May 26th, 2014, 10:03 am
Forum: AA Ford Discussion
Topic: 1929 AA Express
Replies: 5
Views: 4858

Re: 1929 AA Express

beautiful trucks, do you have any leads on windshield frame or rear pass. express fender. thank you in advance, kevin
by birdacre
May 12th, 2014, 6:23 pm
Forum: AA Buy and Sell
Topic: TRYING TO LOCATE FORD AA PARTS
Replies: 0
Views: 2885

TRYING TO LOCATE FORD AA PARTS

LOOKING FOR FORD AA EXPRESS WINDSHIELD FRAME AND REAR PASS. EXPRESS FENDER: I AM LOOKING FOR GOOD CONDITION COMPLETE WINDSHIELD FRAME, NEED NOT HAVE GLASS AND REAR PASS. EXPRESS FENDER. SURFACE RUST FINE OF COURSE, I HAVE 1 AA WIRE WHEEL, GOOD COND. SANDBLASTED, PAINTED BLACK WITH SILVER RING AND AL...