Ford 01A(F) Complete after 12 years!

[Ian McCallum]

I acquired a genuine Canadian 1940 military spec. Ford Fordor O1A(F) several years ago which although 'up and running' required some TLC to restore to original. I have now amassed the required missing bits, including a correct 3 part cast grill to replace the '39 deluxe pressed version fitted at some stage in its life. See photo.

The interior was leathercloth on all panels including headliner with hide seats. All panels and headliner have now been retrimmed although seats were 'fed and salvaged'. Currently all window felts and trim are being replaced before I move into tidying the engine bay.

I have not as yet attempted to find any trace of original markings on the vehicle although I will look in the obvious places during external preparation. Div. signs shown on the photos are magnetic and were done for a small event it attended in the guise of 2 Canadian Div., Calgary Highlanders as of end '40 when they arrived in the UK.

What I really would like is any relevant Drivers Handbook or manuals relevant to the vehicle plus information or photographs of on'e in service within the UK or Europe. I have only found 1 decent photo of one in service 'somewhere in England' which is attached. Can anyone out there help?

Ian