Here`s some pics of the car when i first got it, This is how they did it when they built it i cleaned up the wireing and removed the panhard bar i dont think it needs it. The car is way to stiff in rear cause of bar and they got the shackles right up against the mounts hope you can see what i mean. I dont want to change to much but this is a area that needs improving or i wont beable to drive the car long distances let me know what you think..
The trailing arms need a redo also. Welded to the rear, they can't be spread out at the front like that. I don't see the shackle bind because the car is on a lift with the axle hanging. The shackle mounts on the rear end look a bit shady.
303 olds Stephen F&J I have been thinking the same things. But the spring is touching the mounts even when car isnt on lift. More pics of it cleaned up a bit and outside
Thanks JJ and yes thats the plan stephen. Well got it insured and registered i am going out for its second ride tonight wish me luck
I just cant believe some people... So i take the coupe out this morning to fuel up, I am coming back and pull into center lane to pull into my shop and am there waiting for 35 seconds all of a sudden I see this dumb broad in a lexus suv pull in the center lane aiming right at me she`s on the cell phone gonna take a left about 500 feet behind me i am taking left into my shop, She gets within 50 ft and slams on brakes throws cell phone and throws hands up in air stops inches from me and i can read her lips saying im sorry im sorry i didnt se you.. I was having a heart attack i just shook my head in disgust and tried to stop from getting mad. Thank god she didnt hit me.
wow. keeps my hopes alive that these kinds of things are still happening-they're still out there. you got one hell of a cool ride. i'm happy for ya. love what you're doing with it too! congrats and excellent job!
Dave Nice to talk with you at the show. That car is bad-ass. Get it safe and then drive the hell out of it. Sounds like it went to the right guy. Nothing like a car you love to take your mind off of things......see you around! Mike
Thanks mike,scott,brett and everonelse especially the Alterboys finally getting to drivethe car was awesome it went well no problems I do need to fix a few things though like floor and get a generator on it I had alot of fun hanging out with you guys that's what its all about. When's the next one hope to see you there
Missed this one, glad I ran across it this morning! Dave50 what a story, and very bad ass 5W and got the "Best Hot Rod" well deserved. I would to see that car in person someday.
Wow.. what a story....I saw your 5w yesterday at the alter boys...AWESOME...I'm kinda partial to the 5w's....a close friend has that satin black one that was in the upper lot yesterday w/ the old tri-powered small block...congrats bro...I'm sure you'll find there is a surprising amount traditional hot rod parts around the nor-east here, one of which is in your hometown in the spring at the airfield- Early Ford v-8 Club, good luck
Thank you guys the car is awesome and not because its mine. A great find as you all know i am just the lucky one ths time. They are still popping up so keep a eye out. nailhead ed thanks i seen that 5w it was cool I am partial to 5w aswell if i could have a 3w with fenders and a 56 pick up chopped i would be in heaven But it all takess time.
Glad I finally found this! Amazing how so many great threads get lost for months before I see them. Really great looking '32, and I'm sure it will only get better as you improve little things!
yeah i was looking for ya and your brother oh well next one cant go to all of them. Thanks Stephen its getting there. Idk if i like the hub caps maybe with trim rings....
Got the generator bracket made and mounted it. I just need to run 1 more wire from battery to Regulator. I also am trying to fix a couple of headers leaks the flange gaskets blew out and i found a tube that is thin and has some holes in it Here`s some pics Its charging another thing done. I fixed 1 header leak but got 2 more to fix gonna be tough with these 2 leakes they are where the 3 pipes intesect with eachother and i cant see the holes even with a light shined up the pipe etc
Here`s some pics of when i got the car for those of you that have been asking, I have cleaned up alot of it but havent changed much. I am thinking on changing all the tie-rod end mounts from the trailing arms and front arms aswell.
I am looking for a disrtibutor for the 303 olds motor if anyone has to borrow or buy let me know thanks trying to get car ready for The Hot Rod fall out in CT
Dave, I accidentally deleted your number. The last kimballs show (in Lancaster) is friday... I'll have my Rambler, think you could make it?
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