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[Closed] PICS: A '46 - '48 Ford Coupe, one of my favorite mild customs.....

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(@tldaly)
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PICS: A '46 - '48 Ford Coupe, one of my favorite mild customs.....

that I believed could benefit from a bit of work. As found, it appears to be stubby and will benefit from an illusion of greater length with less girth.

As found:

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Some cleanup and a mild section:

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A bit more dechroming and a mild chop:

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And with radiused rear wheel openings:

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Which do you prder, and why?

Enjoy!



   
(@jack-dodds)
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I like the radiused wheels and chop; it makes the car look sportier.



   
(@tldaly)
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There's hope for you yet, Jack. Stock automobiles are not always the most attractive...........

thanks for your comments.



   
(@jack-dodds)
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Lol. I must say that I love the stock coupe, but this car customizes very well in general; much like the 40 Ford.



   
(@Bruce Gibbins)
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Loose the spats for starters. I like this range of Fords, but looking just like God intended.



   
Frank Kocour
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Love all of them except for the last one.



   
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