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I wish I could have gone... Denise= the prettiest smile in TN!!!!!
DON'T!! It blocked the filter screen,on a scb chev. It will do the same on an old flathead ,in a heartbeat.. use STP instead,but no 'powdered...
WWW.MIKES-AFORDABLE.COM try that
I used a green tinted 'stone fleck" paint in my A model Looks good ,yes you do need to clearcoat it.
We used to leave our axles,in the freezer,for about a month, before we street r aced them.. It aligns the grain structre of the metal, making it...
A Bof A reunion would be killer! 'Fastang" Pop's Racer" The little Hillman wagon/gasser thing.. Woodly Ave,from Roscoe to Kester, with the Fire...
I agree, float level set too high. Lower them a little at a time...Good luck..
The Hot Rod Gods have smiled down upon you,son... Now just build a car around it......
I like to smear them with Permatex #2.. Works for me!!
A 'Who dosen't have a shoebox Ford "post would be easy'er...
Nice work!! Looks like a fun car! Mickey Thompson would be proud!!!
A trip to a good auto parts store,should give you some ideas. Pretty simple, just a threaded eyelet,with a jamnut. A grade 8 bolt to the pedal, or...
BTW..Keep them greased well after replacing. I like to use the marine grease.They should last another couple generations,if done right.. Money...
Check with Nightprowlers....
Use a big cold chisel,and nick the retaining ring in a few places,to spread it(only takes a couple thousands), The press it off, using oil. It...
Keep the pinner whitwalls,paint the wheels black,with just a baby moon hubcap. I agree with the lowering of the rear. I like a level low best....
DO NOT USE A SHOP VAC!!!!! Fumes could ignite,then spray burning fuel all over you!!!! NO NO NO NO NOOO!!!!:eek:
There is a GM to Ford joint available, Speedwaymotors has them, or a real parts store like NAPA should cross match it.
A good Tig weldor should be able to repair it. I did a few Harley cases,in welding school. Holes should be packed with carbon before welding.
A little bit of "ugliness" is a virtue!!
I think the shoeboxes are just a straight pin,held in by the escutcion. Push out with a punch..
You could use a grounding strap.or drag a piece of chain..?? Look at shopping carts, they have a ground strap...I intentionaly disable it,,when my...
So sad. Only a year older than me...My condolences to the family,and may Manual rest in peace,riding 'shotgun" into Eternity
Domo Arigato,Mark! Those cats have the 50's rock n roll vibe spot-on!! Konbanwa!!! I WILL visit Japan one day....Sparko:D
Good luck with the surgury ,Phil! All the Poor Boys wish you a quick recovery! Us old farts need to stick together. :D
Glad you hade a Grande' time! What no In-N-OUT pics??????
Oh Shitte! That car just made me have an "O"!!!!!! How discusting of myself!!(she thought)
Welcome to the HAMB! I love all the books!! From about JR.High(1969),I have been trying to live the life,as told in the series!! Got my first '50...
Don't forget hardware store drawer knobs,fawcet handles.chrome plumbing stuff....served on a bed of expanded metal....[IMG][/IMG]
[IMG][/IMG]You have to cut the color with lots of clear. When you shoot it, you have to walk very fast,and smoothly. Don't try to put too much...
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