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drdave liked Roothawg's post in the thread Dust Bowl Speed Shop World Headquarters.
So, I started with Rustoleum chalk paint. Once it dried for about an hour, I wiped it all down with slow reducer, then I wire brushed...
Jan 28, 2026 at 11:31 PM -
drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread Projects Bought a 51 Ford on Purpose.
Man, I really need to make plans to get to that show someday. Have fun!
Jan 27, 2026 at 2:37 PM -
drdave replied to the thread Dust Bowl Speed Shop World Headquarters.
Love it! Looks great! How did you get the fades/ghost effect...dry brushing?
Jan 27, 2026 at 2:37 PM -
drdave liked Roothawg's post in the thread Dust Bowl Speed Shop World Headquarters.
So, I can’t have a blank canvas, so I added my version of a ghost sign. I’m no artist, so go easy on me. So, does it have the right...
Jan 27, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Went from 1-3/4” metal on metal to 3-1/4” with about 3/4” thick rubber to hit first. I at least can’t bounce it to the point of...
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Second side went quicker. I guess I am pretty much done with that now and can get back on making it run. :cool: [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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drdave liked RodStRace's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Really like the outcome! Nice work. So long as your measurements were a bit tighter tolerance than this. [IMG]
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:06 PM -
drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Well, I’m happy with it anyway. I did need to notch the backing plate around the area that is indented for the shock but I knew that...
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Because I would rather talk about anything besides the crappy weather coming...another perk of where I work. We can get parts painted...
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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drdave liked guthriesmith's post in the thread "New" Daily Driver Pickup "Project".
Thanks Phil and agreed! Design review is definitely appreciated! Also, this is why I had someone else weld this for me. I likely...
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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drdave replied to the thread Projects Bought a 51 Ford on Purpose.
As usual, ,the weather man was waaaaay off. 3.5 inches here, but with the temps, it ain't going anywhere for a while. Hopefully the...
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:04 PM -
drdave replied to the thread Customs 1956 Chrysler New Yorker Custom That’s Been 30 Years in the Making.
Unlike. Sorry to hear this Matt. Hopefully another block will turn up quickly.
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:02 PM -
drdave replied to the thread Dust Bowl Speed Shop World Headquarters.
Man, you guys have been landing some deals!! You for sure got your moneys worth on the bricks.
Jan 23, 2026 -
drdave liked Roothawg's post in the thread Dust Bowl Speed Shop World Headquarters.
So, while the world is getting ready for “Snowmageddon 2026” (TM), we have been working on the shop office. As you can tell we like...
Jan 23, 2026
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drdave liked Pinstriper40's post in the thread Sunday models.
Got a little sidetracked this week, so I moked up this bonneville inspired drag car. '32 5w coupe with two '40 ford hoods on a slingster...
Jan 23, 2026
