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Derek

Hybrid art project

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I am considering building a quasi-replica of the Walton's Ford Model AA with a twist. I want it to be a hybrid-powered truck with a then-now theme, sort of a time machine. However, I don't believe in hot-rodding or altering original automobiles in such a fashion. They all should be restored originally. What I would like to find are sources for all of the components I would need for such a project. (i.e. Metal replacement body parts, suspension, drivetrain and any and all components usually utilized in the restoration of an original.) Any help anyone can offer would be much appreciated. Original drawings for the fabrication of any missing components would be appreciated immensely. Again, I would never consider altering any original components or truck, I appreciate these vehicles as much as any true collector. I love the aura of the era that these vehicles embody. I want to capture that with the practicality of a fuel efficient and powerful daily driver with a few of today's amenities.
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Re: Hybrid art project

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Derek wrote: I love the aura of the era that these vehicles embody. I want to capture that with the practicality of a fuel efficient and powerful daily driver with a few of today's amenities.
I immediately thought of what this might imply--after I hit the send button. I do not like the aura of the Great Depression era, it is the aura of things mechanical in this era. The vehicles--cars, trucks, planes, motorcycles, boats--were all fascinating machines. There is certainly nothing fascinating or likable about what Americans went through during these times.
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Neil Wilson
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Finding an AA express bodied truck like the Walton's '29 is going to be hard. You might consider finding an AA platform or stake truck with rear fenders (1928 through mid 1929). You could then search for an express body while restoring the truck.The rear fenders for the platform are the same as the express rear fenders.

There seems to be many more TT express bodies available (and not very many of them either). Some restorers are converting TT express bodies to AA's.

Note that I have some long running boards and aprons to sell. I will also have a pair of '28/'29 AA rear fenders to sell once I get them home.

You might want to look at a truck on eBay (2480719482) to get an idea.
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