Inside, the stitchwork is simple and clean with black Naugahyde covering the majority of the components. Dave Gade handled the upholstery work, and helped put the finishing touches on a very cool package. The dash features a center-mounted tachometer and a ’32 Ford insert, packed with Stewart-Warner gauges, while a healthy dose of Bob McCoy pinstriping adds a bit of contrast to the satin black. You won’t find a stereo system or any type of climate control in Keith’s pickup, so driver comfort isn’t exactly a top priority. Despite the lack of creature comforts, Keith enjoys driving the open-air pickup every chance he gets. We can’t blame him, as his Model A radiates with traditional hot rod styling, and has a look that will never grow old.
Keith Colby’s ’28 roadster pickup is still perfect after all these years
It doesn’t get much simpler...
It doesn’t get much simpler than this—black Naugahyde stitched in a rolled and pleated pattern. The black interior has all the right stuff, including tasteful blue pinstriping by famed hot rod artist Bob McCoy.
It doesn’t get much simpler...
It doesn’t get much simpler than this—black Naugahyde stitched in a rolled and pleated pattern. The black interior has all the right stuff, including tasteful blue pinstriping by famed hot rod artist Bob McCoy.
Out back is a ’40 Ford axle...
Out back is a ’40 Ford axle housing, fit with a polished Halibrand quick-change differential, which currently features a 3.78 gear. A Model A buggy spring controls the ride, while the ’56 Ford F-100 drums help bring the lightweight roadster pickup to a halt.
The cowl, firewall, and grille...
The cowl, firewall, and grille shell are original Ford equipment, but the remainder of the body has been modified, or built from scratch. The bed is now 36 inches long, and the cab is now 4 inches longer by adding 2 inches to the doors and 2 inches to the cab corners.