Projects 'nother HAMB Drags build.....

Well in the begining....... We run a T bucket just for fun...


Then a couple of years ago i came across this '36 Ford 4 door ,that some one cut down to a 2 door ,in a field . We deciede to build a true Drag car for the Drags. We had a Chevy 301 ci .that came out of a '32 Ford gassser that was last run in the late '60s. So with a overhaul and a lot of welding ,we came up with this....


build thread.... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=289538

Had some fun with it .... But was real impressed with the 301 mill.. Ran 11.89 @ 115mph . That little motor really cooks on the top end. Never had an engine rev like that.
Soooooooooo......we decided we wanted to see what the 301 will do . So the heavy '36 (2100 pounds) is out and this is in...



yep ... its back to a T bucket.... Its gona be fully caged and safe... well.. safe enough that is ..
The 301 is getting a work over too. New overhual.... Hilborn injection and a full race powerglide... Some 4.88 out back with some piecrust slick ...ummmmm ...cant wait...

More to come.....

 

This shall be interesting. My brother ran a 301 in his '55 (early 60's). 4:88's on the street. As you stated, those little guys think nothing of 7500+ rpm.

Earl

 

In the '36 i had a 3 speed stick. i launch at 6500 and at the 1/4 mile i was running around 7800 and still pulling.

 

Like it are those motorcycle front wheels? can i see a closer pic.

 

Those are the old Total Performace front wheels set up with Ford spindle bearings.

 

I think you'll find that with less mass to haul that little 301 will REALLY suprise you. Keep us informed.

Frank

 

That what we're hoping for...

 

We pulled the 301 out of the '36 last week. Gona try to start the cage work next week end. August will be here before u know it...

 

Good luck! I can't wait to see it there.

 

Thank God. Subscribed.

 

Sweet.

 

i love the wheel and tire combo, looking forward to seeing it run...

 

Ya gotta "spin to win"...love the motor...

 

well a little closer......

 

i'm like'in this!

 

Anymore updates?

 

See ya there!!Can't wait.

 

I like your new build!

 

i like it !

 

Your Mad, absolutely Mad! I love it. Lippy

 

MADMARK...brother i like the way you think, but then again i'am about half nut's! HA! mark ORDER some industral strenght whillie bars. and may i offer some advice, a 411 gear would be perfect for your rod. WHY? the lighter the car, the less gear you need. yea i know ( to a point ) but a 411 is not realy a stock gear either. i'am just saying, and i'll see that badboy on T.D.O.D. O YEA!...POP.

 

How's this coming along?

 

YIKES!! Can't wait to see this baby run. I loved the little coupe, but this should really shag some booty. Injected no less, way friggin cool, good luck with the build. See ya at the worlds coolest drag race meet and all around ass kickin time. ~Sololobo~

 

me and a bud are building this car ,more him than me , and its over at his place . ill try and get some more pic soon..... by the way the Drags registions are open. already sent ours in.....

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=469604

 

got the frame and running gear painted . fixin' to start assembly on the frame.

 

Awesome build, would love to do this!!

 

Man that is just a tease. LOL Should have waited till assembly had started.

 

That looks like some great fun!

Keep us posted!

Sam

 

Can anyone confirm the manufacturer of this body and turtledeck? I'm looking for these parts for my project. Thanks! Bob Lintner

 

the body is just a run of the mill 'glass body and we pick up the deck for $20 at a swap meet . nothin special . find u a body and start the build. i bent the roll cage in a conduit bender.