Boxing A Model A Ford Frame (Fitment and Tacking)

process of adding boxing platters to a stock Model A Ford chassis

[@kenpecora7526]

As much as I admire the work you've done on this project, I marvel at the fact that you get so much done while having a full time job. Makes me feel like a slacker. Happy Birthday.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Well thank you so much for that. I really appreciate the kind words. I try to balance everything the best I can. 😬. Get to work ! Haha

[@juanbarturen2726]

Me too. Like a guy from an other channel says l, " Sitting on your ass won't get your project done!".

[@jalopyranch3904]

I’m glad your back, I was wondering when you would put out another video , happy birthday

[@tonymosca6591]

Happy Birthday Mike. You are going to give someone a great platform to build a very nice hot rod with. Great job on this build! All the Best.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks Tony !

[@galenwalker165]

Nice work boxing the frame. Happy Birthday

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you so much.

[@rustysparks8645]

Mike - Happy Birthday for Sunday. 🎂 Don't beat yourself up about working on the 2 door Sedan. Once sold - a whole new set of horizons will come into view. You'll have funds 💰to buy parts for your current vehicles or to acquire an new project, tools, spares, etc. Plus, you'll have more space in the shop. That's a whole lot of upsides after you've sold the Sedan, as every cloud has a silver lining. 😎👍👍

[@ThisOldHotrod]

That’s what’s keeping me going ! Lots of positives to come out of it. I’m almost done.

[@johnjackett3138]

Happy Birthday Mike...Cheers and Best Wishes to You..🥳🥳

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks John !

[@Joe.Doucette]

Happy Birthday in advance, youngster. I'm glad you said what you said about this car and the progress level. It will be done when you decide it's does, since it's up to you. Just don't make the 32 wait too long. Birthdays happen quickly. ;)

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I’ve been looking for the parts for the 32 and have found some pretty nice pieces so far. I’m looking forward to filling everyone in on a update soon

[@johnkranz4004]

Nice job Mike Remember your only a one Man Show Keep up the good Work Happy Birthday 🎈🎂🎈I just bought a 27 T Two door sedan because it had a title

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you and congrats !!

[@MF-rn5os]

I did not even notice that the lack of motivation in the last few videos. No matter what progress was made and also made for a good video to share with us.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Maybe it’s my “excitement” level haha. It’ll go up even more when it’s all put back together. Haha 😎👍🏼

[@engleharddinglefester4285]

Saw on the internet the beads off a welder can travel up to 17 feet. Don't want to get one down an intake. I welded right next to my sporty case, not thinking (newbie mistake). Now I'll have to use some of that seal/paint stuff on the inside if I ever run it. Or if somebody else dose. :) Love your channel btw. You've got a good thing happening there from the looks of it.

[@jeremyswanson2708]

Great work as always and Happy Birthday!

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you so much.

[@mr1pearl]

For you its a pain taking all this time on this project but for us we a getting a big dose on what it takes to create a hot rod so much appreciation for that 🙏 That frame is going to be solid man !!!

[@ThisOldHotrod]

I’m glad people are learning. I need to stop telling myself what day I want to be done. That’s why I’m frustrated. It’s done when it’s done I guess. I’m fortunate I’ve got my T to drive at the moment.

[@douglasbarnhart3324]

Thanks Mike awesome video. See ya on your next one.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you Doug !

[@davidsmith3828]

No comment…learned my lesson. Can’t wait to see your frame table! Thanks for posting…

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Hahha okay. I’ve moved on. You should too.

[@dwaynea8177]

I really enjoy your videos. Being self taught is to me the best way to learn.. We make mistakes and learn from them. It only makes us improve every time we take on a new challenge. Well done on this project.. Excited to see the next one. Thanks Dwayne

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you 🙏🏼. I appreciate the kind words. I’ve certainly learned a lot on each build.

[@richardwyatt8979]

Suggestion: when you drill out the boxing plates for the trans mount. Drill them big enough to put a sleeve thru the frame. This will prevent compressing the frame sides when you tighten the bolts.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Yup. That’s the plan. I’ve already got the tubing cut. 😎👍🏼.

[@TheCrackerBox]

Thanks for another “Brother “

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you for sticking around.

[@robbollom7396]

good work man...she be a good buy for someone to finish off..

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks so much

[@paulvanhouts3365]

Hi Mike, thanks for sharing these videos, I find them educational as I have never done anything like this. Happy birthday for Saturday. Stay safe

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you so much. I’m happy to make them and glad you guys are sticking around.

[@rona1144]

You have set the next person up for success. It should fetch a better price too.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

I really appreciate that. I hope so too

[@juanbarturen2726]

Happy Birthday !!. I like your channel. And the way you do things. Gets me motivated to get my Ol'Beater 54 truck done.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Happy to hear that. Thank you very much.

[@craigcaggiano431]

Happy Birthday Mike & Happy Easter to you and your family. Enjoyed this video and looking forward to your next.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks Craig

[@hotrodmyk]

Coming along nicely, great job!

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks !

[@jongolliher3806]

Really nice job boxing the frame, Mike! That does look lots better with that SBC going in. Somebody is really going to be happy with that rod! Hope you and Alli have a nice b'day-Sunday!

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you so much. It went really smooth. Even the sand blasting went smooth. So that’s a huge help, I’m happy I chose to box the frame. I was fighting inner turmoil earlier knowing it needed to be done and chosing at the time to not do it. This is how it should be done and that makes me happy. Thank you for the kind words. Thank you for the B day wishes also. Mike

[@bobdavis3389]

Looking forward to the work on the frame table , setting it up and everything .

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Yes sir. That will be the next video.

[@davidpark9727]

Mike you tightened up the body, now the frame. It looks ready for a finisher to take over.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Right on ! 😎👍🏼

[@jimhartland1939]

Yet again some nice work Mike. Deserves to be galvanised dipped to finish off the hard work you've put in

[@ThisOldHotrod]

I had just planned to paint it. Nothing special.

[@rickbonifas5985]

Nice work!

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks 👍🏼

[@greghapp1681]

Happy birthday buddy 🎉

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you so much.

[@caponex384]

Happy birthday 🎉

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@DroooooopDead]

Happiest birthday

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@danielgraf8294]

Looking good Mike. Maybe think about boxing in the rest of the steering box mounting hole

[@ThisOldHotrod]

I did think about it.

[@timferriss905]

Mike, just my opinion but I think a frame looks finished when it’s boxed. I no some purists don’t care for it. But it’s strong and safe now with the engine of choice. Nice work again.

[@ThisOldHotrod]

I agree. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@lawrenceessard4086]

Very good move boxing the frame 👏 👌 👍

[@ThisOldHotrod]

It needed to be done. I finally cracked 😁👍🏼

[@garyf2245]

nice vid mike very good info sub an like

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@davidhyson9910]

Hey Mike, Thanks for taking us on this ride. $11k sounds reasonable for all that! What would you estimate it would take, money wise to put it on the street from where you sell it? By the feel of the comments there are many of us who are getting a look at this whole process for the first time. Although out hearts have Hot Rod through and through, are brains don't know how it all happens. Just like life! Thanks for sharing your frustrations as well. I am happier when I chart my own path. I to often hop off on side streets. It's my fault, need to stay A to B for my own good. I'm interested your frame table. A quick what you do with it, how you set it up would be appreciated. Thanks again Mike

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you for the kind words first off. Thank you. In regards to the cost to get the car on the streets. Realistically I’d say parts alone $1,000.00-$1500.00 Driveshaft / basic exhaust / harness / fuel line brake assembly and lines. Windshield glass gauges and some other small items. Time frame will depend on skill and actually available time to work on the car. Probably a month or two of picking away at it would get it driving and stopping It’s really not a ton of time or money for the average mechanically inclined car guy or gal. But that’s my assumption. Everyone will have a different opinion and I’m probably forgetting some things.

[@garyf2245]

oh yea hbday

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thank you !!

[@johncampbell-lp2cl]

Is this going to be a finished car when your done?

[@ThisOldHotrod]

It will be if I shed by someone else. I’ve said that all along, this is the last step, beside primer and paint. Before I bolt the body back on and post it up for sale.

[@yobop6072]

....u gonna make access holes?....

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Access holes for what ? There’s 10-15 on the outside of the frame as it is. If thw next person wants to drill holes in the plates they certainly can. I have no need to at this time. 👍🏼

[@yobop6072]

...title worth 2k by itself....making her safe is worth it....later....rew

[@ThisOldHotrod]

They’re getting harder and harder to find. That’s for sure.

[@kurtludwig6962]

Happy birthday 🎉

[@ThisOldHotrod]

Thanks Kurt