Custom Smooth Cowl Top - 1931 Ford Model A Roadster

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Now that the 32 firewall was been modified to fit into the Sweet Heart Roadsters, Matt turns his attention to the windshield portion of the cowl. The stock windshields on a Model A Roadster are iconic, but the era or style of this build requires something more. Matt plans on removing the dash rail and smoothing the top of the cowl to flow directly into the dash of the car. Once the cowl is smoothed Matt can work on creating his spin on a Duvall windshield. What are your thoughts on a custom windshield? Should Matt use a Duvall style or mold a later Ford windshield into the cowl? Leave a comment below!!
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@davidoberkirch644 4 года назад

Hotrod Dave here,when we built the windshield frame on my 31 ford,we cut off the stock posts and fabled a v,d sheet metal frame,cut out the panels for the glass.Next we sent the cutouts to the glass guy.we marked the templates for which side,the glass guy didn,t.One side needed a little grinding.It turned out great,looks like it,s doing 200 mph sitting in the driveway.It,s about 8 inches tall.2inches taller would make my seating situation easier.

@drscrib99 4 года назад

Matt, watching you do creative metal work is my favorite thing on your videos.

@seventy4jns855 4 года назад

I enjoy watching all the cars you work on , especially the variation on the builds and not the same styles over and over . Always loved Duvall windshields 👊🏻

@TheMot616 4 года назад

Really great work. I like the two separate projects and final finish concepts.

@ChipsAndSparksGarage 4 года назад

Some times it takes more work for a subtle change, than for a radical modification. Nice work, Matt, and good that you have a vision of what you want. 👍 Tony B

@Ecosse57 4 года назад

good point.

@HanstheTraffer 4 года назад

Watching you TIG weld I was reminded about the OLD and I Mean OLD carbon arc welders. I wonder if any of you guys have ever had the opportunity to try using one of those. They work very similar to a TIG (without the shield gas)

@Ecosse57 4 года назад

As much as I love the Duvall style my vote is for using a later model window frame and doing a proper job of blending it in. that would look real neat!

@billgraham9799 4 года назад

The Duvall provides that true classic look that makes the car look like it's going fast... even while it's standing still! In my opinion, the posts just look like a clunky add on that takes away from the pure streamline nature of the Hotrod designs of the time when aviation enthusiast returning from the war were starting to apply lessons learned in aero dynamics to make their cars lighter, leaner and faster! This is only my opinion, yours may be different and will respect yours whatever it is.... follow your dreams and passions for pure joy!

@IronTrapGarage 4 года назад

100% agree with you Bill!

@MrStacy1974 4 года назад

I like both styles of building. One style is for showing off and the other is for having fun not having to care about every little bump or scratch.

@shadetreerodder 4 года назад

How about a one off custom dash built to the shape the cowl is now? Also, I hope you are considering a home styled Duvall. Great work! Hey Mike, it's ok. Professionals do the same thing. Ask me how I know!

@douglaspierce316 4 года назад

this shows how long it take to build one piece. hope people now understand the time it takes. nice build thanks

@deankokott1372 3 года назад

Genuine genius. Great work IRON TRAP is the best choice for the automotive enthusiasts ...

@deankokott1372 3 года назад

Your. Work puts LEONARD DA VINCA to shame!

@WiredCustomsSpeedShop 4 года назад

Yes! The second Duvall for sure! Bad ass Matt

@Horacio-Lorenzo 4 года назад

Hi Matt, I really enjoy watching each piece that you manufacture, modify and place in the car, it looks very good as it is going and how it evolves to become a beautiful hot rod, very good the image in the 11:40 minute showing that Matt I'm not bald yet, to my envy that with 47 years I have little left to comb pe, I hope my sense of humor is understood in the translation and as always I send you a big hug from Buenos Aires Argentina.

@kennethreiver985 4 года назад

Either of the builds work for me , they both have a place in the hobby and both will be a blast to drive ! The 39 would be my daily driver and the roadster the weekend cruiser .

@b.s.adventures9421 4 года назад

Seems the original hot roders really only had gas brazing, stick welders and skills. The stuff some of those grey breads did was truly pretty amazing.

@marioa1272 4 года назад

Nice job. It's those extra changes that you make , that gives it what you envision. Can't wait to see it when your done .

@classicdude-mike8174 4 года назад

split windshield from an old Chriss Craft speed boat maybe ?

@RichieCat4223 4 года назад

Matt where's your ear protection using the screw press ? Lol.

@xozindustries7451 4 года назад

Good to see the creative process in progress, million ways to do something, but only one way to make it your own

@johnapel2856 4 года назад

He lost the video footage?!? Well I'm shocked and mildly outraged. I thought I made a mistake once, but I was wrong. Yeah, right. I think I like the '39 style build, kind of quick and dirty, get it on the road, but I really appreciate the work that goes into the smoother, more finished rod. Always enjoy your videos. Thanks.

@stevescott9721 4 года назад

Mike what are we to do with you losing that footage. I forgive you. Lol. Love your vids. Thanks for everything.

@patriciacromwell6681 4 года назад

Hey, I like what your doing on the 39 Ford...John D.

@53chevsled 4 года назад

Pretty cool job of it so far , I like those Duval windshields too and some of the old rods used early boat windshields as well and some of those can and do look really good, enough babbling from me , cheers from down under Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺 😎👍👍

@dennisc.1189 4 года назад

Just like my mom always told me I can get glad in the same pair of pants that I got maid in an go on with my day. Now that was said I really love your idea on the windshield.

@jeffsnyder2051 4 года назад

Im sure what ever you decide will look Cool, and MIKE dont sweat the small stuff.thanks guys!!!!!!!!!!!

@deankokott1372 3 года назад

Duvall windscreen looks great

@jezza159 4 года назад

coming along nicely guys Jeremy Downunder. Oh Matt my son Jed saw the video of you guys eating the vegemite, Anzac biscuits, Yoyo biscuits and TimTams I sent you I told him that's Daddy's box there on youTube he jumped up and down with joy said "Wow yay Daddy your famous" haha love him.

@REMBRANTTUBE 4 года назад

AWESOME! I LOVE COMING HOME TO MY FRIDAY VIDEO!!! THANKS MATT!!!!!

@TrueNorthModels 4 года назад

Project is coming along great and the Duvall windshield always looks great on a hot rod. Cheers

@patmclean1951 4 года назад

I’ve never been this early!! Fantastic project. Looking forward to the windshield mock up.

@stephengordon8968 4 года назад

You guys are real close to me I'm near the cabelas store !

@chrisclark4813 4 года назад

Hey Matt, big fan, looking forward to seeing what you do for your Wind Shield. Really enjoyed listening to you on the radio, (ia RU-vid). I've always puzzled over the 'Christmas Tree' logo, now I know. Best wishes from Reading, (England).

@dennissheridan8836 4 года назад

Matt, I'd consider leaving that strip at the top of the cowl and fill in with a strip of new metal to give a little more strength to the cowl area.

@daleolson7205 4 года назад

How about finding a split windshield cab and frame from a '30s pickup and cutting it down to size? Maybe keep the "crank out" for ventilation.

@TrendsbySterling 4 года назад

Matt I recall it to be the Harry Westergard 32 Ford Roadster. Nice tunes also on this video.

@AndyGeesGarage 4 года назад

I’d love to see you build your own V windshield. Kind of DuVall style but not. Maybe a little more upright like on a 30s boat like a Garwood

@ldnwholesale8552 4 года назад

Leave that 1" tube under the dash. Or move it too mount the dash. It will stiffen the whole structure inc the door hinges.

@brenttuttle2692 4 года назад

Good morning from New Mexico. Keep up the great work guys!

@dannymurray5913 4 года назад

I know I’m telling my age, small welding tip 1960 clothes hanger. I’m just saying, I kept it on the road so u could fix it later. Say thank you Danny.

@lawrencephaneuf2977 4 года назад

U got some good taste in music!

@Ruststored 4 года назад

Not a fan of the Duval windshield. In my opinion looks cheep and aftermarket. Maybe because it’s chrome?. Much prefer the modified style and painted. I think you’re doing a good job on the 39.

@ldnwholesale8552 4 года назад

Havent you heard of angle iron? The brace is die cast and is near impossible to weld. It is cast then plated.

@diecast_MikeEspo 4 года назад

Awesome project, nice work. Mike Espo .

@MrRon6977 4 года назад

How about Two half moons for the windscreen?

@MRTYREMULISHA 4 года назад

shes coming together guys, Nice !

@sharkbit61 4 года назад

If the legs on the channel are slightly lower than the width you should be able to do a full 90 on the second leg.

@ronhonig 4 года назад

Something similar to a DuVall frame would look cool. Polished brass?

@robbieautrey3158 4 года назад

Well all right, all right, all right Matt. :) Lot of work to get it to where you want it but worth it in the end. For sure DUVALL, like you said on the other, they always look like they are never finished.. Look forward to seeing just what you do. Did that flame up on you because that was CAST METAL that you were welding to on the cowl? Just curious..

@D4VE26 4 года назад

Loving the look that i think ur going with... you and me share the exact same taste 👍

@IronTrapGarage 4 года назад

Thanks David!

@markgriffin4888 4 года назад

Off this subject---any luck on finding a '39/40 Merc chassis yet?????????

@shanewright6958 4 года назад

Great job and Another great video guys 👍👍👍

@billmaulding4042 4 года назад

Great work as always

@drewpierce2273 4 года назад

Not a fan of Duval. But it's your rod. I just hope you have a frame or just copy it. Repros are God awful expensive.

@tomcummings655 4 года назад

guys like me without a press brake-make that U-channel out of scrap piece of square or rectangular tubing-cut one side off,gives a nice channel-still want a press brake though!!

@patricelder6910 4 года назад

So, is this why it’s called a U-tube channel?

@hpelisr 4 года назад

Nice work Matt.

@richardt2k1 4 года назад

Who don’t like Free? 😁

@kingcustomgarage66 4 года назад

Good work guys 👍 I like it

@celticdude4686 4 года назад

Matt Go with the 2nd Duvall style not so much rake.

@staxonvehicletracking3468 4 года назад

Why not run it without a windscreen. That’d still be period but different to most others. Just a thought

@guillermonieri4203 4 года назад

Thank you.

@paulwhite9076 4 года назад

Looks great 👍 Matt

@chrisschofield5310 4 года назад

great work go matt its looking good

@frankjones4950 4 года назад

I didn't know Robert Duvall was into trad rods

@mikesonneson2824 4 года назад

Enjoyed

@iowahooch 4 года назад

Great video 👍 I'm such a fan

@lwmmotorsports4194 4 года назад

Would any of the car bodies that we see in the background be for sale

@IronTrapGarage 4 года назад

Not currently no.

@shortcut579 4 года назад

Just ain't the same when you describe with your fingers what was done .

@tomcummings655 4 года назад

not a Duvall windshield fan,but prefer it to the later Ford style-Duvall does fit the period and era of the car-but most importantly-ITS NOT MY CAR-{I might giggle and point though if you put Woodlite headlights on-LOL]

@IronTrapGarage 4 года назад

That won’t happen don’t worry lol

@andykeyes7616 4 года назад

Henry Ford could not tell the difference

@caryevans8598 4 года назад

Again a nother cool video 🙂

@thesquatch2493 4 года назад

Wait just a cotton pickin minute ......isnt there more work to be done on the firewall ? 😆 Looking Good Matt !

@tomcrater7470 4 года назад

LIKE ALWAYS COOL VIDEOS !

@MrJeep75 4 года назад

Looks like a lot of work for not gaining much

@joell439 4 года назад

👍👍

@mattmoilanen3813 4 года назад

Are you getting a bald spot old man Murray?

@BowedUp 4 года назад

🙌🙌

@scottrodgers2866 4 года назад

Someone suggested a Chris Craft windshield. Here's one on Ebay: www.ebay.com/itm/303495933124?ul_noapp=true

@snoopy5736 4 года назад

Sickk

@albertovalencia9978 2 года назад

Condratulacione Yakob Salta Argentina me piace grazie

@jamiecampbell3068 4 года назад

Cope the doors to blend the dash ... and no fixed post windshield treatments. The first 2 shown look like sh*t .. makes it appear as if someone chopped the top off a coupe. Bleh' !!! You could make up a nice Hallock or Duvall piece I'm sure .. or swap/purchase one of the castings. I like the Wanlass windshields but my opinion is too much playback. If you could blend your own vision of a Wanlass Hallock Duvall inspired windscreen treatment .. it would fit the show rod, Hollywood playboy style build of a period correct, high end "what if" build. Type in your search of either Duvall or Hallock windshield .. with Kustomrama. Tons of black & white photos of roadsters wearing either. Love this build !! Love all your builds .. but am leaning heavy on all show build roadsters. Buzz DeChamp's '31 roadster, Tommy the Greek's '36 Phaeton, Tony La Masa/Ricky Nelson roadster, Eddy Dye's roadster, Mac Schutt roadster .. hell even Barney Navarro's roadster. Vision is everything. Make it happen !! Some of those listed are Duvall, while others are traditional or no windshield. Check out Sylvester McCabe's '29 roadster, & Jackie Howerton's '32 roadster .. both have Duke Hallock windshields. Basically inspired by the Auburn Speedster's windshield of lore. Have fun Matt !!! As if you don't already. We know you do !! Can't wait to see what's next !

@miketims6877 4 года назад

Jesse James welded up a really good looking Duvall style windshield frame for a roadster but unfortunately, I don't think he did a video of building it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8zlL7C5KpBk.html I,m trying to build a windshield for my 31 A Roadster which started out as a 5 window Coupe. I'm having trouble finding a source of window channel etc. to get started from scratch. Love your channel. Mike in Northern MI

@MrJeep75 4 года назад

I hate devol windshields

@michaelyoho4848 4 года назад

One suggestion for your straps. Cut off the excess 39.4 miles that you never use for anything other than pulling your idiot brother-in law out of a snowbank.