Funny as I looked at the pictures I was thinking the same thing, not that it matters any more. That great work is going on in that place. Now I'm thinking of burning down my shop.
Thanks - doesn't really surprise me, although my question was sort of tongue-in-cheek...... But I think we can agree they shall remain anonymous, lest they be over-ruled by us experts here on the H.A.M.B. I did roll my eyes a little when I posted that, so methinks you are correct. Although @Marty Strode posted earlier that there are judges who are members here, I'd agree that our views wouldn't much affect their decision. Would you believe I've offered my services as an AMBR judge, but they never get back to me?
Well, we had our GNRS today. I presented the pics, no commentary from me and let them vote. students from 14-18 years old selected the blown big block 32. The other red highboy came in 2nd. tied for 3rd was Brizio and JHRS.
Yes, the engine is a Roush FORD V8 crate engine … and the body is a Brookville Roadster “Limited Edition 1932 Phanton” (i.e., phantom phaeton) body which was designed by Chip Foose using a 1932 FORD 3wd Coupe cowl, doors, & rear section and 1932 FORD Roadster door top panels to create a Tudor Phaeton that Henry FORD "could have offered" in 1932. Although the Brookville 1932 Phanton bodies aren’t very “HAMB-friendly”, they do meet the requirements to compete for the AMBR 9ft trophy:
For those dissatisfied with the AMBR entries, the winner of the Slonaker Memorial Award (best non roadster), will trigger some mad hysteria...
I'm going to put that body into the "could have been done by customizers or coach builders back in the day" category.
Beth is the wife of Ross Myers of 3 Dog Garage in PA. They have a passion for history and historic hot rods & race cars so I am happy for Beth Myers. I seen a few videos after the announcement and the excitement is real and genuine & not just another accolade.
yes, my moderator role, they have large diameter wheels , modern interiors 80's style paint, etc...... this site focuses on 65 and older style builds , you do know that don't you?
sgt, joined 2005, 6915 posts. You aren't some newbie. Each year Ryan and the mods make special allowances for the AMBR show, which started in 1950. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_National_Roadster_Show The HAMB is about rods and customs either built in or before 1965 or in that style. https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/guidelines-the-traditional-hot-rod-forum.828348/ That page shows many examples. Compare them to the current AMBR contenders at the beginning of this thread. Just on wheel/tire combos alone, only the Pink 32, the Black 32 Ford and the Black 34 would fit. The 6 others have rolling stock that are more modern just at a glance. There is no need to go into more depth on the components selected or the construction methods. The contest simply does not have the same restrictions on era. You may question the moderator's line in the sand, but it is well documented and laid out in the pinned post at the top of the forum, linked above. If you are questioning @Moriarity personally, I hope you spend a little time looking at the threads he's started on his own cars and collection. This man has the credentials. We are lucky to have him here, and the fact he's willing to take on the thankless job of moderating a bunch of people who come from all over the world and have wildly different taste, ages and backgrounds and keep everyone within the defined scope of the forum is amazing. I have strayed beyond those before and seen many others do it. He has consistently been matter of fact, even handed and without any personal prejudice. Here is the latest thread on one of his cars, started in Aug of last year. I encourage you to find more and understand who is saying off-topic and why. https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/my-1961-impala.1298299/
So did I. The Ala Kart was not "traditional" before it became traditional...which has become an emotion driven, subjective interpretation.
Built by a pro big name custom shop Highly talented craftsmen New parts used And utilized the technology of the era. Just like most ABMR contenders now
The Ala Kart is/was ugly. There I said it. I have a model kit of it and all I want to do is steal parts for other builds. I do like most wild kustoms of that era, but for some reason the Ala kart hits me in the nuts.
When Ala Kart came along the "tradition" was wide open. No one thought anything was too new to be cool. Then someone put tradition is a basket. Period correct has nothing to do with tradition. It is about history. I understand the limits on this site but AMBR predates the HAMB and is a different thing altogether. It is possible to like both or dislike both or just not give a rat's ass. I know what a hot rod is when I see one. It does not depend on what someone else sees. There was a lot of crap built before '65 too.
Just because I don't love it doesn't mean I wouldn't drive it, heck yeah I'd drive it, I can only see the left side of the hood from the driver's seat.
What you drive says more about you that what you talk about. Can't remember the last AMBR driver. The legend is that Ala Kart did not have a complete engine when it won in '59. The rules were all entries had to be driven in and out.
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