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Try running without the gas cap for awhile. Maybe it creates a vacuum because the cap isn't vented. Just saying
Hi Sandra. I have been trying to locate you. I have sent letters to the address you gave on your last letter and I haven't heard from you....
[attach] Here's my 1922 Dodge. Found in a Colorado desert. Great patina
Here is my 22 1/2 Dodge Touring. I researched this as a very low production model.
When I bought my 22 Dodge I had no idea what it was. A fellow from Massachusetts told me to look at the firewall. If it had a circle stamped in...
Sorry about the JIM PENDELTON SPECIAL reference to google. Google Metalshapers forum. It will have several of Jim's photo albums.
Here it is in it's final stages. Get on the internet and google the JIM PENDELTON SPECIAL. He was quite the inspiration for me. His build will...
Here is one I just finished. Good luck to you on your build. I'll look forward to seeing your progress.
I have been trying all day to send out the pictures of the build and the photos just won't upload. I Have only one photo that got on today....
my behind
When I cruised the junk yard looking for a project this rear spring set up really caught my eye. I use it for a step to get in as well. I took...
More pictures showing steering set up. Engine was set back 18 inches to get a 49/51% ration in weight distribution.
121 inch wheelbase
Hey Deuced up. I took my marching orders on the steering and quick change rear end from a modified dirt track mechanic. He supplied a Profile...
Hey Redhead! Do you want me to embarrass myself. I'm trying to turn a corner here.
More pictures of the build
This is a 1936 Buick Speedster. Custom built
I always bought something that had a number somewhere on the frame or body. Then the rest is easy if you are patient.
I'll address the tire choice. This being my first "from scratch" build I kept hearing about the terrific power this nailhead Buick had and I was...
This car hates hot weather. I'm going to run the exhaust out and down the side like they did at Indy in the 30's. That should allow that car to...
The car steers perfectly. It is a power unit. The wheels and tires were chosen for long highway rides. This car runs as smooth as glass.
This car started out as a pile of mismatched parts from a junk yard and flea markets. The theme is a 1936 Buick speedster. The tail was...
This is my 22 Dodge. It has to be the ugliest car in America.
Here is my 22 Dodge. It's got be the ugliest car in America. Can anyone prove me wrong?
I'm looking to put some Schott wheels on my racer. I want the Halibrand style and the Schott Octane eXL seems to be close to that. Has anyone...
All of my 50's stockers liked 50 MPH. Tops. Check your brake lines thoroughly though. Old stuff likes to fail when you need it the most. Good...
I have a lot of Scalectrix buildings, mechanic's garages and a few grandstands. Lots of specialty track. A complete workshop for building cars...
I've been told to never underestimate a Buick Nailhead. In any form. Have fun.
Just a long shot. Check and see if the gas line is touching any hot surfaces. Could be a vapor lock situation.
I had a similar problem. Called speedway and they realized that the master cylinder was too small...Bumped it up to 1 inch and we were good to...
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