Guys (and Gals) I need a little help. I'm looking for a company that specializes in the manufacture of running boards (steel or fiberglass) for cars from the '30s and '40s for an SRS member. I know there is a Canadian company that makes them, but don't have their name.
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Dick Z

I have a set of smooth steel running boards on my 38 chevy coupe that i bought from Innovative rod shop in cedar hill texas. I dont know what they make other than 37-38 chevy as i have misplaced their catalogue. Their # is 972-293-9449. Also Smoothie Fabrication has an ad in streetrodder. they make running boards for cars and trucks. They currently make chevrolet 33-55, dodge 33-41, ford 35-57, plymouth 36-41 and others on request. 1-877-218-1937. hope this helps
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KEEP THE GREAZY SIDE DOWN! Lobucrod

This may do it. Actually looking for boards for a 32 Plymouth coupe. Thanks Mike!
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Dick Z

I built a set of boards for a 34 Desoto last summer. I hammer formed them over a hardwood form. The hardest part was building the form, the boards took about an hour apiece after the form was built. The boards were curved on both the inside, and outside edges.
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Anyone can restore an old car, it takes a man to cut one up.

Hi Dick; Let me know more about your 32 Ply. Coup, I drive a
32 Ply Highboy, parts are real hard to find, if its
a 3 window I think they only made 1100 of them.
If you want call me at 1-800-787-3781
8:00 to 5:00 CST Dan Jarman
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DAN JARMAN 1-800-787-3781

Dan, your not going to believe this, but I also have a \'68 Firebird convertible w/ a four speed!!! I bought it new and Karen Z and I went on our honeymoon in it. The Bird is an original carnival red. It was an optional color in \'68 that cost $100! However, my \'32 coupe is a Ford.
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Dick Z

Smoothie fabrication makes real good boards i would give them a call, talk to greg or don. number is 1 877 218 1937
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A GOODGUYS REP

Johnny, I just talked to Greg and he indicated he could make the \'32 Plymouth boards. He would need an old one to use as a pattern. Greg is a great guy. I really enjoyed my conversation with him. I told him I was going to refer an SRS member to him. He said he only makes running boards and when someone comes looking for something other than running boards he will refer them to who he believes to be the best supplier. He believed the willingness of one rodder to help another and one rodding company to help another is what mades this hobby so great. I have to agree with him. If you need running boards, I encourage you to talk to Greg at Smoothie Fabrications.
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Dick Z

Goodmorning Dick; My firebird is red also, yes I knew
your coup is a Ford I wont hold that against you Haa
just thought us Highboys should stick together,
real Hot Rods dont have fenders, see what kind of
fight that statement causes Haa. Dakotadan
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DAN JARMAN 1-800-787-3781

Hello Dan
Your are right as right hot rods dont have fenders but there are some real go fast cars with fenders. I have had both and it is easy to go either way. Like your comment
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A GOODGUYS REP

Deuce 32; Yea I was just kidding on the fender deal.
I am in the middle of building a 49 Mer. chopped
4 door so I guess I do both too, Love them All!
Dakotadan
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DAN JARMAN 1-800-787-3781

And hoods are for small blocks !! more fuel for the fire.
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Heya Guy,
I used Smoothie Fabrication running boards on my '37 Plymouth coupe. They are very well made, and the mounting holes lined up perfect on the ends. You have to weld the mounting brackets on yourself, tho'. He builds them this way because not all of the supports under the stock boards are mounted in exactly the same place and angle. Simply bolt up the boards on the ends, and place the brackets between the underside of the board and the stock hangers (supports). Align the brackets, mark where they go, dismantle the set-up, and weld them where you marked them. Takes about 1 hour.
I highly recommend Smoothie-I was very happy with their product, and the price wasn't bad either.