Hi guys, I have ALWAYS loved LONG ROOFS. Maybe because “several” years ago and before the mini van I hauled my wife and six children in a Chevy 9 passenger Chevy and Olds Station wagons - used for business as well! My kids didn't think it was cool but I KNEW it was. LOL. I also really like sedan deliveries and even VW buses. I am starting my build of a 1951 Chev Tin Woody wagon. I currently have three rows of seating HOWEVER, in reading a Fisher Body Manual, I noticed that the OLDSMOBILE model station wagon had a FOLD DOWN 2nd row seat!? I would be open to someone teaching me about that and if anyone has installed one into a Tin Woody? Bolt in procedure perhaps?? Many thanks! Alan from Canada.
Alan, you're gonna love this site! http://www.lov2xlr8.no/broch1.html Here's the main page: http://www.lov2xlr8.no/ This should help too: http://www.oldirononline.com/ Parts can be hard to find for those oldies, but the Canadian Prairies are a good source. They didn't use roadsalt until 1965 out here, and they don't use when the temperatures are below -15C (it doesn't work). So have a look here: http://www.callingallcars.ca/ I've dealt with him. He and his wife own and run the place, just south east of Brandon, MB. This will give you a good look at their setup: http://www.callingallcars.ca/gallery.htm Here's some Chevy models: http://www.callingallcars.ca/Chevy/Chevy 50s.htm and Parts Cars: http://www.callingallcars.ca/Chevy/Chevy Parts Cars.htm And then other GM cars: http://www.callingallcars.ca/General_Motors/GM 50s.htm and Parts: http://www.callingallcars.ca/General_Motors/GM Parts.htm OH! and Welcome! :2_thumbs_up_-_anima
Alan. I don't have all of the info that Norman does. Just a welcome to the forum. Many years ago I would pass by a Chevy woody wagon of the 50's when going to visit a distant relative. I always wanted it but never stopped. I think mostly because I knew I already had more old cars than I needed. Now I regret not looking at that woody. It appeared decent and orginal. I remember it near a farm implement dealer for many years. Good luck with your build. I'll just follow along and dream. There was also a 1954 sedan delivery in a field. I needed a large barn!
Thank from the North Thanks for the kind words. I will eventually get some pics up. My first build is a 1937 Chev coupe which is ready for final assembly. My wagon will be a people hauler for my 13 grandchildren (more to come) and still two more boys to be married (better get a bus). Ha. Alan.
Thanks to Norman Yup. Your right Norm. I LOVE the brochures sites! That should keep me busy for a few days! Ha. I saw the Calling All Cars site some time ago. Thanks for the reminder. They are a long ways from me but always good to look for those hard to find parts. I will still be on the hunt for information on the Olds 2nd row wagon seating. All the best! Alan.
They might seem like a long way off but once you start looking for parts you may come to realize just how close they are. to SWF
Hey! I got the best 4-speed trans from near Edmonton, at a great price, with bellhousing and shifter. And a tilt steering column for my Fairmont. http://www.groveautowrecking.com/ I used this site, without specifying the postal code: http://car-part.com/index.htm
aboard Alan! I've always had a soft spot for the old tin woody wagons and sedan deliveries. I missed out on a nice '51 Pontiac version. I think the seller didn't like the thought of me putting a modern drivetrain in it. I pretty much wanted it stock in appearance, but with a newer engine, trans, and rearend. Well, enough about me. Post some pics of your wagon when you get a chance...and keep us updated on your progress. Jack
White Lies When talking about or looking at an old car it helps to LIE! I had partially restored a 1933 Chevy 4-door. I wanted to sell it. Was offered a good price by several hot rodders right away. Took less from a guy who restored it and even had it repainted factory original. We were both happy. If one of those guys who wanted to chop the top and put a custom interior in place of the original mohair had fibbed I'd had more money and he would have been happy. It's not nice to lie but sometimes it helps when chasing cars or women!
