((as we received it in April of 1993)

THE GINANNI PROJECT - Our club's long term restoration of a 1929 Ford Model AA truck. The truck was donated to our club in early 1993 by Cecil and Billie Ginanni, who live south of Carlsbad.

Cecil's father purchased the truck new in 1929 for the sum of $500.00.  It was used primarily as a farm utility vehicle for a number of years.  Although, Cecil did report of some courting that took place in the truck.

Some thirty years ago Cecil decided to restore the well worn truck and began to dismantle it. His project soon stalled and was placed on hold.  We aquired it some time later in numerous pieces.

To date, we have restored the frame and all powertrain components. Our efforts now are channeled on towards the body and bed restoration.  No expected completion date is predicted, as we work on it when time and funds are available.

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New Photos as of February 2000.  Some progress has been made over the years as evidenced by the following photos:

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From early Ford advertising.........

The Ford Truck - The owners of Ford trucks, everywhere, have found that Ford economy goes far beyond the saving in first cost alone.  Fine materials, precision workmanship, and simplicity of construction increase the reliability of Ford units, helping to keep them out of the shop, and on the job. During months of constant use, and thousands of miles of service, their low cost of up-keep becomes a saving of first importance.

Another economical feature of the Ford is the ease with which adjustments or repairs are made. In every locality, there is a nearby Ford dealer who gives prompt and efficient service, at low cost. Because of this, Ford units are seldom idle when there is hauling to be done.

Every day, throughout the country, Ford trucks and delivery cars are serving a large number of businesses. There is a type specifically adapted for every hauling-purpose.

The ford 1 1/2 ton truck is available with 131 1/2-inch or 157-inch wheelbase, single or dual rear wheels, high or low rear-axle gear-ratios, open or closed cabs, and with a comprehensive range of bodies.

The light delivery-car, which has the same chassis as the Model A Ford car, can be equipped with bodies to suit any light hauling requirement.

Your Ford dealer can show you a unit that will do your hauling economically. In New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Detroit, Dallas, and Los Angeles, there are complete Ford commercial exhibits.