Ford Other Deluxe on 2040-cars
San Jose, California, United States
Documented History In 1957, Robert Anduha of Daly City, CA acquired this Three Window and did little with it, other than stow it away for 50 years! Included is the CA DMV registration with the 1957 date. In May of 2007, Pete Hansen of Cupertino, CA bought the Three Window from Robert. It was transported to Mike Sander's place in Morgan Hill, CA so the restoration could begin. Below is the only existing photo of Pete and the Three Window at Mike's place the day it arrived. Pete and Mike sorted through the car, and myriad original parts that came with it. They got as far as a running chassis and drive train. By 2011, Pete's project was no longer feasible for him. Mike was aware I was looking to buy a 1934 Three Window, so he gave me ring. In January of 2011, I acquired the car. The Build Upon inspection and purchase of the car, I was amazed at the fantastic condition the sheet metal was in. The body is excellent, near perfect. The bolt-on items such as fenders, doors and door tins, rumble lid, hood, were also absolutely great! Through the 4 years of work, I kept an extensive photo history and receipts documenting the build. All of this information goes to the next owner. I have over 400 photos of the process. Exterior Body and paint were done by Jesse Cruz, of Salinas, CA. Jesse has painted several cars that have won awards on the 18th Lawn at the Pebble Beach Concour D'Elegance. The deep black mirror finish is really impressive. The body and sheet metal parts came together as they should, with smooth closing doors, correct fitting panels, etc. and the rumble seat with the spring loaded interior release handle. Here is a list of unrestored original exterior 1934 Ford items: Blue oval Ford emblem on the top of the grille. I feel this is a signature of my build, an 80 year old original emblem that is not restored, but instead stating this car is the real deal.Outside door handlesOutside door lock and key Hub caps with proper blue logo paintTail light stanchionsSpare tire lock and keyOriginal roof tack stripsSet of four 17" trim rings, ultra rare Here is a list of restored original exterior 1934 Ford items: Fully restored grille and its original V8 emblemPair of bumpersPair of stainless headlampsPair of stainless cowl lightsPair of hornsWindshield frame Five powder coated 17" Kelsey Hayes bent spoke rimsThe rumble seat was ordered, and built at the LeBaron Bonney factoryRumble seat spring release mechanismsRumble seat tool pouch on passenger sideProper triple pin striping on the body belt line, and on the hood louvers, by Frank Signs, of Seaside, CA Proper features that I have added to the exterior of car: Original restored 1933 spare tire cover, I like prefer the look of the '33 cover Luggage rack with leather strapsJD made greyhound hood ornament radiator cap with free standing tailFive Brand new Firestone Deluxe Champion wide white wallsBlue dot tail light lensesFord Script locking gas cap with working keyAll new glass with proper July of 1934 Safety bugs. Driver and passenger windows execute the correct horizontal vent motion when rolled down, since the Three Window has its original window regulators. Interior A full, new LeBaron Bonney interior kit was expertly installed by Andy & Me Interiors of Sand City, CA. here is a list of unrestored original interior parts: Fully operational dual fuel/temp gaugeFully operational dual amp meter, ON/OFF gaugeFully operational vacuum wiperFully operational cigar lightermirror bracketfully operational dome light1934 Chicago World's Fair Century of Progress soybean gear shift knob Here is a list of interior restored original 1934 Ford items: Front seat frame, back rest and seat. The Three Window still had its original seat soft goods, really not usable, but still intact!All interior handles and escutcheons are excellent originals that were re-nickel plated by Van Nuys Plating, and have 80 year old marble endsDash board, window & windshield garnish moldings wood grained by Nick Cassero of Hayward, CASteering wheel and horn button, 1934 Ford ash tray radioSpeedometer/odometer. Sun visors with single hinge, which was an early 1934 feature and very hard to find. Chassis and Mechanics A top priority of the restoration was excellent mechanics and drivability. I also wanted to make the engine/compartment and undercarriage as impressive and restored as the top side. I took the car down to the bare frame, painted it with gloss black, along with each and every individual piece. Many chassis parts were sand blasted and powder coated in gloss black or 60% semi-gloss black by Monterey Peninsula Power Coating. Here is a list of the major components done: Oil Pan Original Shocks Front Axle Backing Plates Brake Drums Spark Plug Tubes Radiator Pan Shock Links Fan Brake Rods Wishbone Oil Filler Cap Spindles Front Spring and many other components The striking look of the black powder coating was further highlighted with the use of white cad plated fasteners. The Engine Is a true 1936 LB motor. In other words, it has insert bearings rather than babbitt bearings. Back in the day, dealerships very often replaced 1934 original motors with 1936 motors. See photo of the LB stamping on the top of the block, and photos of the insideThe motor was rebuilt by Norm Fontaine, of Campbell, CA and runs very strong and reliable. It fires right up, and tics at a very low RPM like a vintage sewing machine. When standing next to it, you can barely tell it is running.The motor was fully detailed, as the photos depict, and dressed with 1934 components such as the aluminum heads, intake manifold, oil intake, etc. Brand new gloss black British made Stromberg 97 carbOriginal radiator re-cored by Monterey RadiatorRebuilt original generator, fuel pump, and distributor, brand new starter, rebuilt water pumps by Skip Haney, Ford Script hoses, cad plated hose clampsUltra rare 3 piece Champion X spark plugsCorrect brass Siamese fuel line for gasoline and fuel gaugeAdded a glass fuel filter in between the fuel pump and carb so you can see the gasoline flowing Drive Train The transmission is a 1939 rebuilt by Norm Fontaine, and at the request of Pete Hansen, contains Zephyr gears. The coupe also comes with a stock 1934 rebuilt transmission with standard gears.The rear end is a 3:54 All the brakes have been rebuilt, new shoes, new bearings, all 4 original shocks in place. Steering box rebuilt and filled with John Deere corn head grease for smooth operation and leak prevention All new 6 volt, positive ground wiring, and added a hidden battery cut off switch underneath on the driver side, just past the running board Drivability The Three Window starts right up, idles perfect and drives down the road as expected. The brakes and electrical work great, no overheating, smooth turning, all the electrical works as it should, so overall, a fantastic build. The Matching Trailer Included is a matching teardrop trailer. I took the trailer completely apart, rebuilt the mechanics, had an interior carpet made, and of course, had Jesse Cruz paint it to match The Three Window. Added a set of powder coated red 17" Kelsey Hayes bent spoke rims, with rare 17" trim rings, and brand new Firestone Deluxe Champion tires. It also has: 1937 Ford Script handle with key (does not lock)1934 Ford V8 logo, new set of 1934 hub capsCalifornia BIG SUR 1970's copy license plateNew trailer parts such as hitch ball and safety chains Options for the New Owner 1933 or 1934 Air Cleaner, whichever look you prefer1933 or 1934 Spare Tire cover, whichever look you preferBronze or chrome Greyhound hood ornament Other items The fender skirts ARE included, and the CA dealer plate will not be included.I rebuilt the speedo and zeroed the counter, but the gear in the differential is worn and is not turning the new cable. It worked for 11 miles then stopped!The passenger side outside door lock is a complete unit with original key, but not working due to a part missing from the interior doorThe main seat does not slide forward, but all the original parts are there. I always drive with the seat all the way back anywaySold As-is, no warranty.
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UK's Loughborough University improving Ford's 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine
Wed, May 21 2014How much does it cost for college students to study zero emissions vehicles? At Loughborough University in the UK, a new Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) is being built at a cost of a billion pounds ($1.7 billion US). The school has just announce that it will fund a number of grad student positions and is creating a new Chair in Advanced Propulsion Systems, which sounds like a fun job to us. We're weird like that. There will be a total of four professor-type positions in the new Center, including the chair, all focused on teaching students about low-carbon vehicle technologies, specifically electric and hybrid ones. The school is investing 1.5 million pounds ($2.5 million) for the new positions. There is a bigger picture as well, a 26-million pound ($44 million) Advanced Combustion Turbocharged Integrated Variable-valvetrain Engine (ACTIVE) project, which uses funds not only from the school but also from Ford and others. The point of ACTIVE is to study Ford's 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine and "improve further its efficiency and ensure it exceeds 2020 emission regulations." This is already a popular engine for the automaker, and it will need to stay at the bleeding edge of efficiency to remain as important in 2020 as it is today. Loughborough University has been working with automakers on advanced energy technologies for years, for example with Rolls-Royce and fuel cells in 2007 and the Lotus Hotfire engine in 2008. University invests GBP1.5M in advanced propulsion research to advance zero emissions vehicles challenge Loughborough University is investing GBP1.5M over five years in strategic research appointments, inspired by the global challenge to develop the new advanced propulsion technologies required for the move to zero emission vehicles. These appointments reinforce the University's world-class research in low-carbon vehicle technologies, adding new dimensions concerned with electric and hybrid drives. Four appointments will be made, including a Chair in Advanced Propulsion Systems, supported by a number of PhD studentships. The GBP1.5M investment is part of the University's commitment to the recently announced Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) to support the development of new supply chains for low carbon vehicles. APC is an initiative established by the Automotive Council that will see GBP1 billion of investment from government and industry over the next 10 years.
Ford F-150 EcoBoost in NHTSA probe for acceleration issue
Tue, 28 May 2013According to Automotive News, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is launching a probe into 400,000 Ford F-150 models over possible acceleration problems. According to the article, NHTSA has received 95 reports "alleging incidents of reduced engine power during hard accelerations" on 2011 to 2013 F-150 models equipped with the company's 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine.
Automotive News reports that Ford has issued three technical service bulletins "related to intermittent stumble/misfire on acceleration from highway cruise in humid or damp conditions," according to the government agency's documents. About one third of the 95 reports NHTSA has received cited humid or rainy conditions when these problems allegedly occurred.
These technical service bulletins have allowed dealers to address a "condition related to moisture accumulation in the charge air cooler during extended highway cruising at constant throttle in humid or damp conditions," AN reports, citing NHTSA documents. Furthermore, the TSB outlines details for "reprogramming the powertrain control module with the latest calibration and installing a new CAC and air deflector plate."
Ford and Chrysler reducing summer plant shutdowns
Wed, 22 May 2013Most domestic automaker assembly plants traditionally take a couple of weeks off during the summer. The shutdowns give each plant time for much needed repairs and maintenance, and in some cases, help better align production with demand. Not this year, though, as demand for many models is outstripping what Ford, Chrysler and General Motors plants can produce.
Ford has announced that it will shorten its annual summer shutdown for most North American plants from two weeks to one. The shorter shutdown will increase the carmaker's annual North American production by 40,000 units on top of the 200,000 extra units that it was already planning to produce this year versus last. Automotive News reports that Ford produced 2.8 million vehicles on this continent in 2012, and that output this year has already increased 13 percent through April.
Chrysler, meanwhile, is also operating at full tilt and plans to run some plants through the summer with no shutdown at all. Those not getting a break include Jefferson North where the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango are assembled, Toledo North that will assemble the new Cherokee, and Conner Avenue, home of SRT Viper production. Other assembly plants will be down for a single week, while all of Chrysler's engine and transmission plants except one in Indiana will continue operating with no shutdown this summer.