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1949 Ford Custom Convertible

The 1949 Ford Custom Convertible underwent extensive mechanical and cosmetic restoration. Key upgrades include a new fuel system, front disc brakes, a Wilwood master cylinder, and an adjustable proportioning valve. The suspension and steering were modernized with custom tubular control arms up front, with power rack & pinion steering. Out back we installed a Ford 9" rear end with disc brakes. The electrical system was converted from 6V to 12V, with factory-style wiring and a modern fuse box. Performance enhancements included electronic ignition, a rebuilt carburetor, and cooling system updates. The vehicle also received fresh paint on the wheels, re-chromed bumpers, a detailed engine bay, and a buffed and waxed exterior, along with a newly recovered front seat.

Suspension & Brakes

Suspension & Brakes

Suspension & Brakes

  • Front Disc Brakes
  • New Brake Lines
  • Custom tubular upper and lower control arms with new shocks
  • Power Rack & Pinion steering
  • 9" Ford Rearend with Disc Brakes, new rear springs and shocks

Drivetrain

Suspension & Brakes

Suspension & Brakes

  • New Fuel Tank, filter and fuel lines
  • Willwood Master Cylinder with remote reservoirs
  • Willwood adjustable proportioning valve
  • Electronic Ignition with custom made spark plug  wires
  • McNeeley Built Carburetor Rebuild 
  • New Water Pumps & thermostat


Features

Suspension & Brakes

Features

  • Sand Blasted and painted the factory wheels
  • Clean and paint under the hood
  • Front Seat recovered
  • Convert the vehicle from 6 volt to 12 volt
  • Rewire under dash with factory style wiring, also add a late model fuse box
  • Rewire under the hood with factory style wiring
  • Re-chrome front & rear bumpers
  • Buff and wax vehicle

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    • Home
    • 1949 Ford Convertible
    • 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
    • 1964 Chevelle
    • 1964 1/2 Mustang Conv
    • 1969 Camaro
    • 1987 Buick Grand National
    • 1995 S-10 Drag Truck

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