A picture is worth 1000 words!
The Model T, purchased new by the Noble & Cooley company, is no longer topless. A beautiful new wood-framed top has been installed and further improvements have been made to the body in general. The truck is running and stopping well too.
Next steps are new tires and some work to the steering and front suspension components. A new water pump has also been installed to make sure the truck will be able to make an appearance at the 2019 Granville 4th of July Parade without overheating.
The plan is to keep the appearance "rustic" but create and attach a clear panel with a reproduction of the original Noble and Cooley signage to the sides of the truck.
NCCHP welcomes any donations to help defray the expenses of getting the museum truck up and running: NCCHP Donation Page
NCCHP was created to preserve and present the rich history of Granville (Massachusetts) and the Pioneer Valley area. The museum is housed within the historic buildings of the Noble & Cooley drum factory. The buildings, collections and original manufacturing equipment offer a unique opportunity to experience "Yankee Ingenuity" as it impacted the Granville community and manufacturing from the mid-1800's forward. For more information on the NCCHP museum visit www.ncchp.org