Ford Blitz Restoration/Rebuild

[Private_collector]

Anyone have any thoughts on how much I should expect to pay for a set of good Ford Blitz window frames with glass?

Are Ford and Chevrolet windows interchangable?

I finally got to see a fellow today that I have been trying to catch home for some time, and he has found a set of windows with glass still intact, and also an excellent Ford grille with NIL DAMAGE OR RUST!!!!

I am wondering how much to offer him.

Plan to go again this Sunday to look over a wreck in his paddock that may have some useful bits.

Tony

[Keith Webb]

Not sure what you should pay, but the frames are interchangeable. By far the harder to find in good condition are Australian made Chev frames which have a curved profile and are far more susceptible to rusting through. They also have two diecast arms on the inner lower part to keep them closed. Either way definitely worth saving.

[Private_collector]

Went to look at a couple of 'wrecks' last Sunday. They may be of use for limited small parts, but largely rusted out. Cabs completely rotten, chassis intact but all useable parts would be VERY difficult to remove due to location of truck and extent of deterioration from being outdoors for many, many years.

No joy with them at all.

On a more curious tangent......can anyone advise if these wheel cylinder kits are suitable for Ford Blitz? It seems the only way to examine contents is to break the lid or side of tube. The cans are almost too neat to ruin. I'm inclined to just keep them for their novelty value!
PB090171.JPG

Self explanatory. I finally got a Manual!
PB090174.JPG

I had planned to take some smaller parts of Cab to sandblasters today, but weather not suitable. Instead I have been shopping for quotes to have new workshop built, so I can work on the truck without fearing the sun or rain (or burglars). Have decided on 6m x 9m, with 3m height. For those in imperial measurements, thats 20ft x 30ft x 10ft height. One third will be walled off from the rest, to be used as spray and sandblasting booth. Workshop will not be built until after New Year, so I will concentrate on refurbishing small pieces which can be stored in my existing shed for now. Additionally, will be gathering some of the spares I have found from recent travels.


Tony

[Bob Moseley (RIP)]

Hi Tony - I would leave the containers intact as in that state they are quite collectable. Go for a bigger shed although no matter what size you get they always seem to fill up very quickly. You did well on the manual.

Bob

[gjamo]

Hi Tony,
Heres a link to a shed builder. His site is one of the few with prices. I only use it as a guide to get some idea of there value.
Graeme

http://www.shedsonline.com.au/

[Private_collector]

Graeme,

I did look at "shedsonline" a week ago, but they couldn't accomodate all of my specifications (construction method and wind rating, etc). It's easier for me to deal with local company where I can negotiate in person and view examples of their work. I also wanted added strength of frame for one area where I will be using frame to hoist parts. I would have prefered larger size shed, but finances overrule this.

Tony

[Bob Moseley (RIP)]

YOU'LL BE SORRY.

Bob

[Alex Blair (RIP)]

Originally Posted by Bob Moseley

Hi Tony - I would leave the containers intact as in that state they are quite collectable. Go for a bigger shed although no matter what size you get they always seem to fill up very quickly. You did well on the manual.

Bob

I agree with Bob 100% ..Bigger shed and leave the canned parts intact..worth much more and the rubber seals in the can have deteriorated over time so would be useless anyway ..leave the cans intact..