The Jalopy Journal
That is a real strong possibility, I had to modify it once just to get it on there so who knows!
There is a new plate at the base of the axle welded on to prevent the rotation, I had the same concern! [IMG] Another new little problem, that...
2 steps foreword 1 step back! Had a few little issues to work out this weekend. Seems the front hubs I bought had a couple of defects I never...
As promised frame is painted and chassis is rolling. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Went down this road just recently, I had a 230, got the crank for a 250, 307 pistons, good cam, mostly spend your time and money on the head....
So welding finished up...finally, and applied 1st coat of primer, well actually POR 15. More to come, should be all black shortly! Thanks, hope to...
So going thru the tedious process of taking it all apart and actually welding the frame, supports, brackets....whole lot of not exciting! 3-4 hrs...
Well I started back on the ol project. It's amazing how easily you can get pulled from things like this. Also finding more funds to press on is...
Thanks, I wasn't even aware I had one until after I brought it into my garage!
reddast, It's true, the dash definitely gave it away, plus there was the original bent Olds grill in the trunk! Considering the seat is right on...
Back from the upholsterers, they do nice work over there! I'm pretty happy. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Nothing too sexy tonight but a battery box. It's gonna be exposed so I figured a nice stainless cover would be nice. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Posted...
More metal work, on the olds the door panel doesn't come all the way to the bottom like I've seen on Fords, so the sills needed to be repaired and...
Pretty tight pedal spacing so I had to make some mods. [ATTACH] I'm a little worried about the 1 3/4" edge to edge space between brake and gas...
Local car club had a show last weekend and SoCal was there co I picked up some caddy tail lights to try on for size. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Kind of a...
Thanks a lot everyone, my original thought was to cut and weld the line I had marked. Then I started second guessing the idea and thought more new...
So I'm looking for some opinions on what to do on the bottom of my trunk skin. So far I've removed the bad metal and created a replacement...
Not really sure where that debate started but yes they are gone! :) I like the rag top really has a classic look when closed, a lot like the...
Really a beautiful piece of work, nice build, congratulations. Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Thanks, No haven't gotten quite that far yet, soon...I hope! Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
So did some work on intakes. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Think it has a nice retro look to it! Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Some progress today replacing more bad metal in the trunk lid [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Those are the guys I have been looking at, came upon this idea a little late though meaning if I go this route I'll have to modify what I've done...
Really? Are you purchasing the unit or making something up? I need to add about 2" to the perimeter to get it to fit a 40x40 unit I found to buy,...
I was hoping there was some sort of "easy" way to handle it but thats pretty much what I feared. I have reinforcing steel in already but its at...
The roof which I'm considering covering with a sliding ragtop. [ATTACH] Posted from the TJJ App for iPhone & iPad
These are what I'm trying to cover or likely fill. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Posted from the TJJ App for iPhone & iPad
I am working on a 31 Olds and like all cars of this era I have a huge hole to deal with in the roof. I am thinking of going with a sliding ragtop...
That can't be right, I didn't really think the wagon was the focus, just happened to be in front of his shop. Too bad I guess....was one if my...
Had it tacked together good enough tonight to actually get the tires to turn. Takes 2 full rotations of the wheel each way! With strong arm...
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