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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by strawdog, Mar 9, 2007.

  1. strawdog
    Joined: Jan 26, 2006
    Posts: 4

    strawdog
    Member

    Im looking to get started on a project after i get back from Iraq in a year. Is their some good books out their that i can bone up on my hot rodding. Ive just never worked with the 30's to late 40's cars. Looking at a 31 or so Model A ford. Wanted to look into a suicide front end, but have no clue how to set one up. Any reading material out their on suspensions, and chopping, channeling, Z'ing ext.... I have a year so i should have it built in my head by the time i get back!!!

    Thanks
     
  2. 26TCoupe
    Joined: Mar 28, 2006
    Posts: 199

    26TCoupe
    Member

    Tex Smith's "How to Chop Tops" is an excellent resource. I haven't found anything more helpful than just searching through the posts in the HAMB! Some of the best builders around show their stuff step by step on here! Good Luck in Iraq man, should have a nice bundle of that tax free cash to spend when you get back!
     
  3. Revhead
    Joined: Mar 19, 2001
    Posts: 3,027

    Revhead
    Member
    from Dallas, TX

    "how to build a traditional ford hot rod" by Mike Bishop and Vern Tardel
     
  4. Pontiac Slim
    Joined: Jan 16, 2003
    Posts: 1,188

    Pontiac Slim
    Member Emeritus

    Hey...
    Speedway Motors sells hot rod/street rod stuff ,noticed a ton of "how to" books listed..
    Join a street rod/ hot rod type club and ask a ton of questions. Most guys are very helpful to folks get'n started
    This site has a lot of useful info,don't be shy about ask'n as these guys can be very helpful...

    God speed & take care...

    Pontiac Slim
     
  5. chevsotolac
    Joined: Aug 14, 2005
    Posts: 2,006

    chevsotolac
    Member

    Hey Strawdog----just a little advice from a Vietnam Vet----keep your mind on what your doing and dont daydream----you dont want to get hurt or cause someone else to get messed up cause your not paying attention......stay safe and come home in one piece.....THEN start your dreaming..........stan
     
  6. banzaitoyota
    Joined: May 2, 2004
    Posts: 547

    banzaitoyota
    Member

    Strawdawg. keep an eye out for my son....
     

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