Anybody used SS radiator hose kit?
I need custom radiator hose for my project. I do like the looks of universal flex hose like gates. I'm looking at some universal SS hose kit that seem too cheap. I do not want problems as this is a...
View ArticleNeed a 4.5" I.D. Stainless 90 where?
I need two stainless steel, 4.5" I.D., 90's or one, 4.5", I.D., 180 bend to make turn outs for my side pipes. It's an odd size and I have had no luck finding them. Any thoughts? Thanks, 1930U
View Articlemotor coufing splutting stalling after starting
hi there guys,im a newbie and 1st timer slowly tryin to fix up old 72 fairlane. i jst changed trans c4, and fixed up starter mtr, motor is a 351 cl.last week she was running nice, idle was good i had...
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Rebuilding an idler arm how-to.
My 1959 American was wandering a bit (a lot actually) and I jacked it up to find that the idler arm was very loose, the rubber bushing had slid out and it was as loose as a goose. I had an extra from a...
View Articlecharging system
Is it better to go to a alternator with a built in voltage reg or stick with an extenal reg. I can't get my charging system to stay with it's range of 13.6 to 14.6 and everything is new and has been...
View ArticlePainted Pinstripe Removal
Hello Folks, My 2001 Ford F150 Lightning pickup has a painted pinstripe (applied by the previous owner) applied all along the top of the body line. Over the years it has become faded, and in some spots...
View Article39 olds rear suspension
it looks like a 4 bar will this work for this hot rod or should i put leaf springs in it am trying to find new bushings an rubbers for it but no luck:D
View Article57 Chevy pickup
Hi to you all. I'm just about to buy a 57 pickup. What do I look out for? problems with them, :welcome: Thanks Samantha
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My storage idea for heat lamps, maybe something you could use?
I simply pull the lights off their stands. Slide them over this rack I made that is bolted to the wall and the stands are stored outside. Brian
View Article29 ford roadster
New to the streetrod thing and have a lot to learn.. I have a 29 roadster and just purchased a used custom made fiberglass hardtop. I realize it will need modification to fit, but I can't figure out...
View Articleengine-trans-rear end combo
I am building a 30s hot rod.I will be running a free breathing Chevy 327 ie: 650 cfm carb and a Edelbrock manifold with headers and ported and polished heads.I bought a Camero rear end I believe has...
View ArticleHi I am a new guy
Hello everyone and thanks for the web site, I was cruising around the internet trying to understand how to wire my 36 Chevy PU and came across some info that led me back to you. It was so helpfull I...
View Article390 Ford build
I am rebuilding my 1964 390 Ford motor. I have built many small and big block chevys but this is my first big block Ford and I did not tear the engine down. The rod caps seem to have a oil spit hole....
View ArticleDoes your car get attention and do you like it?
Like the title says, does your car get attention when you drive it? Does it ever get annoying? My car doesn't even have paint on it and believe it or not i still get thumbs up, questions, and people...
View ArticleOpinion on new 350 sbc build.
Hello guys its been a while since I posted but I had nasopharyngeal cancer last year stage 4 and was not expected to be here but after treatments I still am so been busy with all that stuff but since I...
View ArticleChevy 350 MPG help
Hey, I have a 350 jasper rebuild that has 20,000 miles in it. Its in my 87' Chevy truck. All stock. I want to get as good of fuel economy as possible within reason. Any Mod ideas, building it up for...
View ArticleWindow
I pulled the windshield and rear window out of my '68 Mustang getting it prepped to go to the body shop. Both windows are in good shape, no cracks or chips. But the lower driver side corner on the...
View Article1949 dodge wayfarer engine swap
What do I need to change to install a 331 red ram hemi into a 1949 Dodge Wayfarer?
View ArticleNitrous Question
He guys, I have a carb setup on a 98 camaro and barley have room to close the hood. I am wanting to install nitrous and am wondering if I could install a couple of foger nozzles in the carb hat. Would...
View Articlegas gauge reads full all the time
Working on a 1980 Volvo 265 GLE Wagon. First the gas gauge read totally empty. Now it reads totally full, regardless of actual fuel level. Do I need a new sending unit or is it possibly something else?
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