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This looks awesome-would this be considered period correct for a 60s car? Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
That is a cool look Stogy Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Wow-hard to look at its so cool... Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Will cleaned up the intake manifold-looks like it’s in good shape. We think casting numbers show its from a mid-1960s Corvette, so that’s sort of...
I’m back from traveling guys. Sorry I missed the Lonestar Roundup. Any photos of the event? I haven’t looked on the H.A.M.B. yet. I have a...
Looks awesome duece Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Could be Stogy-I haven’t tried anything on it yet. I got some chrome polish yesterday and am trying to find Barkeepers. On the dash surround,...
Good point! Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I’ve never had anything chromed. How much do you estimate it would be to chrome the dash panel? Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
HAMBer Duece found some rear bones for sale, but after looking at all the photos they looked very pitted towards the ends. Am I right in...
I think he’s right-dash surround looks like pot metal and insert/backer sheet looks like aluminum [IMG] Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B....
No-that was fate telling you that you needed to buy a new tractor and boat for your gauges! Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Here’s a better photo of the bend in the rear bones. It looks like the previous builder cut and welded this bend to run the bones parallel to the...
I don’t know what I was thinking when I asked if there was an option for “digital” gauges. What I meant was to leave the gauge face, can, glass,...
Any suggestions of a reputable company that can restore these for a reasonable cost? Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Its a Sun tachometer. I believe all the rest are SW. I’m assuming I lose H.A.M.B. points by keeping old gauges but upgrading the mechanical...
Sorry to keep skipping around with the different subjects-need some advice on the gauge cluster. I really like the old SW gauges but would like...
I’m going to Will’s shop in the morning to look at options again in the morning. Will keep you posted. Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B....
Thanks duece Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I just drew that up in my head and I don’t think that would work. I’ll draw it on paper and verify... Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B....
Another decision point I could use help on (and sorry that I don’t know the proper terminology): I’d like to keep the rear split wishbones set up...
Sorry Duece Sent from my iPad using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Thanks RDR. I have the title but have not gone to re-register or get plates yet. This one is kind of strange. The car’s title and plates show a...
Tork - I'll talk to Will, the builder about this. I know the engine and transmission were from a 1957 Chevy (serial number matched), so I assumed...
I just tried it with a coffee stir stick and I think I get it...thanks.
Are you referring to rear split wishbones mainly? I see a ton of cars with front split wishbones mounted to frame rails. Sent from my iPad...
Tork - I'm pretty sure we have a '57 axle...
I’d like to better understand how all of these different suspension parts articulate in real world driving. Are there any videos or animations...
I’ve recommended that he move the rear bars inward towards center line based on some observations here. I think he’s on board. Still looking at...
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