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

Engine 283 cu in Chevy V8
Transmission 2 Speed Cast Iron Powerglide later fitted with Alloy Powerglide
Differential Customline 3.22 Ratio
Front Suspension 2 1/2" Dropped Axle with Hairpin Rods and a transverse leaf spring
Steering VW Kombi Box with a Valiant Collapsible Column
Rear Suspension Hillman Imp Coil/over Shocks
Body 1929 Ford Roadster
Chassis 1932 Ford
Wheels 8 x 15" rear  6 x 13 front chromed
Other Modifications  Motor Cycle front fenders Early Bedford rear fenders