The Jalopy Journal
They mount directly to the rear end.
Do you guys wash off the prep and etch right before priming?
I forgot to say thanks!! And blackjack, those backing plates really look different with the holes. These are the simple things I would never think of.
Haha don't worry guys, the project will continue. School is the real killer here! I will post pics when the smoke clears from boxing the frame...
Well, I'm still hangin in there, but everything is at a snail's pace at the moment. I spent the last of my money on my now fiancee so I have...
This tread is OLD AS HELL, but since pimpin paint was here I think Ill add to it in the even that people still want info. Centari is no longer...
Whoa! Ok guys I'll keep posting haha. There isn't much to see right now. I have it all torn down to the bare frame for welding and then outside to...
Thanks shooter, I'll go down to the feed store tomorrow and try it out.
Thanks guys. Unless there are people following along I'm not going to post on my truck any more because I'm running low on time and I don't...
man I wish I would have done things more like you.... Its too late for me to turn back, but the next one will benefit from seeing yours! The...
I'm looking at feed grade, NON-sulfated. Will this stuff work at all? By the way, great thread. Thanks to all!
Absolutely traditional. There is a ton of threads that are all in the wrong areas. They can't read em all so just let them know. by the way,...
I get the flocisofuvhsfov, but what is SMH?
I would just use it if you are wanting to stay original... I think winding springs is one of those things that if you have to ask, you probably...
petrol- gasoline lpg- liquefied petroleum gas. Its liquefied in a tank to fit more in but comes out like a gas stove in a restaurant. Think of...
Using the straight axle will save you many headaches. And dollars. You will kick yourself when the m2 kit comes in the mail. Try something new...
I don't know if I should report my own build thread or not being a 302, t5, and 8" rear powered truck. What do you think HRP? I don't mind either way.
You have helped people like me a great deal by answering questions and through the dvd. We will be patient..... At least we will try to be!
Nice to meet ya'll! Good luck! Maybe tomorrow will be sunny for your drive.
I'm lookin' forward to meeting you! I'll give you a call tomorrow!
Next on the list is an X member to strengthen the frame and my pedal bracket. This I made of 10 gauge "pickled and oiled" steel and bent on a big...
I primed and painted the rear end and driveshaft with the same single stage paint as the front axle. They aren't the best because I am the orange...
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Looks like things are going well! You are welcome to stop by my garage. I can join you at the museum if you want some extra tag-alongs.
That's a big v8 for a bike...
That may well be the case with no weight in the back. I ran a welded diff in an old bmw for a winter and it doubled the traction in the back. It...
I guess I'm profoundly illiterate... I thought the title said welding. Oops!
You should not run a rosebud on those little tanks... I'm not good at welding but make sure you are not using too much fuel... If your rate is too...
Got my rear axle squared away today and ready for a brake rebuild. New seals all around, painted (not show quality), and new wheel studs in...
Whoa I'm sure that tasted wierd! I learned to pay attention after I did the same with a can of spit...
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