1937 Colson Imperial-Hornlite or Torpedo Hornlight??

[fordmike65]

I'm getting ready to put my 37 Imperial project together, but I need to iron out some details before I get started. I'd like to get the general consensus of those who have been in the hobby much longer than I have. I figure there has to be more than a couple original paint Imperials out there that I'm not aware of. The 37 catalog pic we've seen posted up time & time again shows the Imperial equipped with the conventional Delta Hornlite. One of the few originals I've seen (@sm2501 ) is equipped with the aluminum torpedo style hornlight. Is it possible that they were available with either one? Maybe an early vs late build? Or simply the artist rendition of the new model with carry overs from the previous year, such as the earlier Lobdell Horizontal spring saddle? Thanks in advance for any info or pics. Mike

 

[bike]

You HOPE the conventional is legit!!! I say go with the paper............

 

[fordmike65]

You HOPE the conventional is legit!!! I say go with the paper............

Yeah...tell me about it

I do have an Ace up my sleeve should the aluminum torpedo be correct

 

[fordmike65]

I have a Hornlite on it now, and the base doesn't quite fit right. I'm afraid it is the torpedo style.

 

[bike]

send me the alum torpedo-thanks

 

[fordmike65]

send me the alum torpedo-thanks

 

[fordmike65]

Here's what I'm working with so far:

A true 37 dated Imperial frame. Note the lack of headbadge holes

Original paint fenders, guard and fork.

Repainted tank

Mocked up a few years ago before the orig paint parts popped up.

 

[catfish]

 

[catfish]

You need one of these too.

 

[fordmike65]

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I need a smooth top light Ed. I believe we spoke about this a while ago. I wish I could use a scalloped Columbia style light.