Canberra Hot Rod Association
History
Bill Jansen's 29/32 Ford Hiboy Roadster
This Roadster was built up over a 2 year period using the body from my previous rod a fully fendered 29 A roadster so all that was required was a minor cleanup and a new paint job. The chassis was found at the Adaminaby Tip under a burnt out 32 Ford sedan.
A 1960 Chevy was bought for $150 which I drove around till the rego ran out then pulled the Engine and Trans out and transplanted them into the 32 Chassis.
I used this car for a couple of years including travelling to the 1975 Street Rod Nats on our honeymoon and afterwards touring around Victoria towing a caravan for 3 weeks.
Specifications:
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Engine: |
283 cu in Chevy V8 |
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Transmission: |
2 Speed Cast Iron Powerglide later fitted with Alloy Powerglide |
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Differential: |
Customline 3.22 Ratio |
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Front Suspension: |
2 1/2" Dropped Axle with Hairpin Rods and a transverse leaf spring |
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Steering: |
VW Kombi Box with a Valiant Collapsible Column |
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Rear Suspension: |
Hillman Imp Coil/over Shocks |
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Body: |
1929 Ford Roadster |
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Chassis: |
1932 Ford |
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Wheels: |
8 x 15" rear 6 x 13 front chromed |
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Other Modifications: |
Motor Cycle front fenders Early Bedford rear fenders |
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