Re: TWO PIECE SIDE SPLASH APRON ON 1930 CLOSED CABS

Posted by Rick Black on June 16, 1997 at 12:38:46

In Reply to: TWO PIECE SIDE SPLASH APRON ON 1930 CLOSED CABS
posted by Ken Smith on June 15, 1997 at 05:34:14

I don't have an exact answer for you, Ken.The other two people who answered your query are on the right track though - the splash aprons aren't an accurate way to date your truck.
Ford liked to use up old parts on commercial vehicles, so it was common for 1931 trucks to have 1930 parts (and for some 1930-produced trucks to have 1929 components.
The best way to determine the approximate assembly date of the vehicle is to find the number stamped on the top of the frame just behind the front body bolt.That will tell you the number of the original engine, which would have been produced from a few weeks to a few months BEFORE the assembly date of the truck.
Also, some trucks (and cars) had a number stamped on the floor sill under the front-edge of the seat. This also identified the assembly plant.If you can find that number, it too might help.

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