Vintage 1940 Ford steering wheel 1932 flathead hot rod '29 roadster SCTA Mercury

Description

Here is a vintage original 1940 Ford two-spoke steering wheel. These wheels have long been popular for custom/hot rod applications. It comes with the original (smooth) horn button. Ford used a few different designs on the horn buttons, depending on the model. The last six photos are for reference purposes only, with the first reference photo showing the "V8" horn button (that button I have listed separately in another auction). Also referenced is a Mercury horn button used on one of these Ford wheels in a '39 Merc... the 1939 and 1940 Mercury steering wheels were very similar looking to the '40 Ford. This wheel measures 17" in diameter... an original made in the good 'ol US of A back in the day. I don't believe the imported Drake reproductions are currently available, although the horn buttons are available new.
The overall condition looks pretty good for the age- clean and straight with no serious issues to note. The center hub/keyway is in solid shape. There's none of the typical age deterioration on the molded rim- only saw one (barely noticeable) hairline stress crack on one spoke near where it meets the rim. As-is it has a great looking patina perfect for that unrestored "barn-fresh" appearance on any vintage hot rod, custom or dry lakes racer.
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VINTAGE HOT ROD/CUSTOM PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
to be listed shortly. Thanks for looking, Chris.
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