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How narrow are the wheel wells? I dont plan to use OEM wheels, so could this be solved with different wheel ET? Or is just so tight, that no wider...
Since i dont have the car yet, its hard to measure what fits and what dont :))) Most of european cars have independent rear suspension, which can...
That would sort a few of headaches if i could keep stock rear end and have it reliable. Do you know what max power stock rear end can safely handle?
There's lots of Volvos around me, its quite a common car. Will do further investigation, as its 57.5 inch axle width looks promising!!
I have few ideas on engine/tranny but its too modern to mention on this forum and i'd like to avoid braking the rules I'd like to avoid modyfing...
Hi everyone! After a long search, I've finally bought 1950 Ford Deluxe! Right now the car is being transported to Europe, and I should be able to...
I dont like the look of rear window and C pillar on '51 Vicoria, shoebox has better look there
Has anyone ever atempted to delete B pillar on a shoebox? Did you reinforced roof/body to keep structural rigidity? How did you made windows...
Its better to have more competition than buying a bad car without knowing it
Anyone???
Hi everyone, Do you know this custom Ford coupe? Maybe owner is on this forum? Could you give me any info on this car, before i start bidding on...
So how does I6 with less power can be faster than more powerfull V8, If everything else was the same? I dont want to believe that, I6 was so much...
So suspension, brakes, interior equipment, etc. are the same across two?
Is there any more differences in shoebox inline 6 vs. V8 engine trims, beside engine and gearbox? Does I6 add more value to the car as its less...
No flood damage stated in description? Lucky you noticed that before bidding crazy money on it. On the other hand, this era cars are pretty...
Any chance of frame damage from colision like that?
We dont have many different title options, either car is good for the road or not. Thats it. No one cares what was before, authorities are looking...
Local laws are checked - everything is fine, especially for the cars made before 1960. All you need is visual inspection (not to have obvious...
Same thoughts here. Minor scratch on left fender - but salvage title. That gives me worries, as last time i bought a car, it indicated only front...
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Hi, Anyone recognize this Merc? Could you give me some info on it before I start bidding? https://www.iaai.com/VehicleDetail/38240076~US Thanks!!
I'm still in search for a shoebox, dont have the car yet, but it will be deffinately damaged - so testing waters before i make my move. Cant buy...
At least i need to find a company who can ship inside US. Overseas shipment can be arranged by some LTU companies located in Chicago, IL. But...
Hi Folks, Is there any online body parts store for Ford Shoebox, where i can order fenders, doors, bonnet, trunk, etc.? All i can find is a...
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