The Jalopy Journal
Isn’t it always?
I’ll find out, but if I remember correctly, it’s a cut down coupe with a Murray cowl?
Yep! The Jalopy Jaunt hosted by us local OTJA members. A show within a show!
Well, the car made it to the show, but I didn’t drive it… to many little things that I didn’t have time to finish. Had a blast and met tons of new...
Sorry guys for not posting very much! I don’t ever think about taking pictures during the process…. Been busting ass to try and get this turd on...
Here’s mine.
I’ve gotten a few small things done. Need to mount my gas tank and accelerator next. First time I’ve pushed it out and gotten a good look at...
Anyone know what year this catalog is from?
Nothing major. Just a little color. [ATTACH]
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I know I’m wayyyyyy late to the party, but Comet tail lamps might be if interest. [ATTACH]
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Very cool!
Got my grille! Need to get the radiator painted and final mounted. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Thanks guys!
Ok. What is this and where do I find more?! [ATTACH]
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Here’s one I am in the process of getting together. [ATTACH]
Got the front down another 1.5” or so and lost the frame horns. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Also got a nice surprise from Muroc Manufacturing! [ATTACH]
Slow, but sure. Kinda getting it how I want it now. Swapped out the aftermarket axle for the old A axle that was under my T coupe. I’m going to do...
This is pretty hot rod…. [ATTACH]
Hey guys! Glad I found this thread! Here’s my slant post fordor project. Bought the complete, stock car and the built chassis separately. I’ll be...
Anyone know what patch panels I need to get for the back panel/corners? Definitely different than standard model a. Do I need to find ones for a...
I think I’m going to use the gas tank as a dash and housing for any electronics and battery. Need to find a dash rail though.
No, tank will be relocated behind/beneath the rear seat.
Some final touches to go on the column drop, then on to the steering shaft/wheel hub fitment. [ATTACH]
Box is done done. Keys in the pitman arm were removed and tie rod end retapered. Zerk added. Now to replace the gears and she’ll steer!...
This is a 160A
That’s correct. They utilized the Victoria cowl.
Thanks everyone for the positivity! Hopefully will have it wrapped in time to drive it in the spring!
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