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Colby Allen's Speed Shop Miami, OK[ATTACH]
I have spent a lifetime enjoying old cars and hot rods. There is nothing like driving a vehicle that makes people smile. However, the idea of...
I have a weight lifting bench that is just the right height for most auto floors. You lay on the bench, mostly outside the car, and stick your...
I am 76 years old. When I built my shop, 37 years ago, I never considered that I would be able to afford a lift. Later, I looked at raising...
The engine in my track T / Special I am currently building. It is connected to a 700r transmission. It should sound good
I use the hand powered Jack I made to raise the T, and a fork attachment for my small Kubota tractor to move it around [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I would consider an offer, and maybe a partial trade, but I am trying to get rid of stuff.
I have had several of these hand held sandblasters over the years. The nozzles wear away and I buy a new one. I have been unable to find...
I am bring along the Mongoose. He has been in retirement too long.
I understand that Mr. Starbird has some health issues. He lives not to far from me in southwest Missouri.
Automotive yard art. A collection of used and well worn parts that were assembled to appear that a hot rod has partially settled in the ground....
Lost Angel that Ford pickup in your last post is one of mine also.
Lost Angel, the old Chevy truck in your post , that appears mostly buried, is the very first one of these that I did a few years ago. Its funny...
The yard art car was made from junk or stuff I made one off. I made the grille, the fiberglass hood and side panels. The bolt holes were...
I have always enjoyed your car and I am glad you are able to enjoy it again. Hopefully our paths will cross again soon. Your car was part of the...
I posted this on the antiquated site but I had intended to post it here. I just finished this one. It was made from left over parts from other...
I made this from leftover parts. It has removable caster wheels, so that it can be moved for mowing. I call it, "The Future of Streetrods"...
In front of our room at the Boots Court on Route 66 and the Jefferson Highway at Carthage, Mo[ATTACH]
I am not a trophy guy and I usually leave an event before they give out awards. I did make one for myself that I carry in the old car. I am not...
I am retired from running a car at Bonneville and now I am not as well informed. I was not aware there is a digital ruled book. That is nice to...
Running a car at Bonneville was one of the high points of my life with hot rods. But if you plan to race a vehicle at an SCTA event, be prepared...
Mine is inspired by the Graffiti coupe [ATTACH]
Just the torque convertor in the automatic transmission. I think that this will be smoother than the Harley Davidson compensator but I do not...
[ATTACH] Historic Coleman Theatre Route 66 Miami, OK
[ATTACH] Rainbow Bridge on Route 66 nearly Baxter Springs, Kansas
Here is the engine /transmission cradle or inner frame that I fabricated from aluminum. It will be mounted to the frame and isolated by rubber...
Here is the side view. I have a long ways to go but I am enjoying the job. Everything about it will minimalistic. It will be licensed and...
I was fascinated with the idea of a Special and a Cycle Car. I came up with kind of combination that I have been working on. It features a...
I also met George in the early days of the internet. We crossed paths a couple of times a year for a long time. He was a quiet man who loved to...
That last roadster is the one he built when he lived near me. A friend painted it. I think Rod Powel did the flames. Rod did a lot of his flames.
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