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The car is a Zipper Coupe. Essentially a fresh model A style frame. Rear is Winters Quick Change (IRS corvette style). Here is rear of car....
I am sure this topic will start some interesting responses. So here goes. I am working on getting engine mounts spot welded into my chassis....
Thanks. Actually did a search and got some results but the threads you included were not in the results. Already looks better than the first set...
Has anyone smoothed an aluminum engine block? I have used 80 grit to start with and have gone back over the block with 120 grit. I am...
I found a 322 that has been hot tanked, mangafluxed and crank is prepped. Motor needs new pistons, rings, and valves. Comes with new finned...
You can take spring to local race performance shop and they can measure spring. Springs are rated in lbs. 200 pound spring will compress 1" for...
Any one got a video of a quad4 running in a hot rod? All I can find on utube is a bunch of all 80's cars sounding like a bad rice burner. :).
Oops, forgot to take into account front axle. It's a Super Bell aluminum I-beam with 4" drop which will change the angle of the chassis as well...
My wheel size is set based on the set of wheels that I will be using. The front's are 16x5 and the rears are 18x6. I am using the Excelsior Stal...
Trying to decide on a perfect rake angle for my car. Any suggestions? I know the rear tire is 31.6" in diameter. Kevin
Anyone know a source for spun alum fuel tank that is oval in shape as opposed to a full round circle shape? K
Okay I think I have finally zeroed in on a motor for my project. I am interested in a Buick Nailhead engine. My experience is pretty much all...
Does anyone know the overall length of inline six cylinder Chevy 292 or GMC 302? How much longer is it compared to a 350 SBC? Best I can find is...
If you have a timing light with dial to set advance you don't need the tape. Set timing advance on light to engine builders recommendation....
Buy a kit and do it yourself. It's very rewarding. I found the American Autowire and Ron Francis kits to be very well done. Get a good set of...
Try PRC they make several stock radiators and I have had two custom made for my projects.
Hey Guys, I went out to Salt Lake yesterday and meet Jeremy and Duane Palmer. It was great to meet both of them and see the work that they do....
Wow. What a great place. Someone who has actually worked with the designer and several owners. Gearhead, thanks for the offer for help. I will...
Thanks for all the replies everyone. I'll take lots of pictures while I am out in UT next week. That way everyone can get a preview and see the...
The Palmers from UT bought the company from Daryl within the last couple of years I believe. Still around and Jeremy still talks with him regularly.
Does anyone have experience with the roadster or coupe from Zipper Motors. I am going out to meet Jeremy in a week. Looking at building one of...
Joshua shaw also provided the same answer. Excellent knowledge on this board. Thanks guys.
Has anyone built a Chevy SBC using the EFI system from Hilborn? Interested in your experience to date. Thanks...Kevin
Thanks for the quick reply guys. I am always amazed at the knowledge and time that can be save on various forums. I am new to HAMB so be looking...
Does anyone know what type of wheels are on this Hoffman car? If you have a better picture I would appreciate a link. Thanks, Kevin [IMG]
Does anyone know how to source Blondel Wheels. I have found a couple of pictures on various cars but can not find anything else really. I am...
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