Model A Hot Rod

Body, part five

March 2006

While I still am having some carb issues, I just wanted to hang some more vintage bling-bling, the most satisfying part of any build, in my humble opinion. Well, that, and the first test drive !

The head light buckets and lens is original, but the outside ring was too beat up, so I opted for a repro part.

I am using repro lenses that uses halogen H4 bulbs, I do want good visibility at night, and it doesn't show at all once assembled.

I straightened and polished the 75 year old head lights to the best of my ability, and after installing the grille shell, spreader bar, cowl band a more complete look is emerging:

Still missing glass, and steering column, that's next...then roof insert...

Roof Insert

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