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1971BB427 replied to the thread Technical Got bored today so I carpeted my trunk..
That's a really nice job! clean, and simple without going over the top.
Feb 4, 2026 at 11:02 AM -
1971BB427 liked evintho's post in the thread Technical Got bored today so I carpeted my trunk..
$25 for a roll of indoor/outdoor carpet from Home Depot and $15 for a can of spray adhesive. Now I can lay stuff in there without...
Feb 4, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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1971BB427 replied to the thread Folks Of Interest Ed Iskenderian.
One of those guys who reached legendary status for me. He came to town on a number of trips to visit a friend who owned a shop here for...
Feb 4, 2026 at 10:58 AM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Technical Front leaf spring bushes.
I've used polyurethane bushings that have a steel sleeve inside. The best of both worlds. The sleeve works well against the bolt, and...
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:10 PM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Projects LA HOT RODS Get's A 37 Pontiac Gasser Build.
Even more reason to leave the side panels off to help dissipate heat under the hood.
Feb 2, 2026 at 9:49 PM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Projects LA HOT RODS Get's A 37 Pontiac Gasser Build.
Really nice work so far! I like the stance! I'd personally not make the side panels as it's losing the gasser appearance with them. I...
Feb 1, 2026 at 11:36 AM -
1971BB427 liked Tickety Boo's post in the thread Projects LA HOT RODS Get's A 37 Pontiac Gasser Build.
When the stance of the car changes, the caster degree will change, might want to just tact the axle for now, until the 409, front clip...
Feb 1, 2026 at 11:27 AM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Technical Brake drum problem.
If you put front drums on the rear they will lock up against the backing plate with the excess width. You'd need a spacer between the...
Feb 1, 2026 at 11:09 AM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Projects 1955 Gasser Build.
Take him to small claims court!
Jan 30, 2026 at 3:39 PM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Hot Rods Top Banana Style Slingshot Dragster- Marty Strode-Chris Kopp..
The Top Banana looks amazing Marty! Great that you guys could get it to this point and make the show!
Jan 30, 2026 at 10:53 AM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread Projects 1955 Gasser Build.
Having cars trapped in paint shop jail is such a common problem. It seems most shops promise short times, then they jump the line to...
Jan 30, 2026 at 10:39 AM -
1971BB427 replied to the thread History Steve McQueen’s Command Center.
I look at it this way. Anyone who travels to races in a beat up old pickup is not flaunting his wealth. McQueen could have easily hired...
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1971BB427 liked Ryan's post in the thread History Steve McQueen’s Command Center.
This is the second best racing movie ever made, and that ranking is not up for debate. A big part of that comes down to timing. The 917...
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1971BB427 liked Ryan's post in the thread History Steve McQueen’s Command Center.
You could argue James Garner was more talented than even Newman. His Daytona drives in 69 and 70 were elite. Also, Grand Prix is the...
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1971BB427 liked Ryan's post in the thread History Steve McQueen’s Command Center.
Paul Newman was a race car driver who tolerated acting because it kept the lights on and the transporters rolling. Hollywood was the...
Jan 29, 2026
