The Jalopy Journal
Had a great time at Infineon. Great people and awesome track.
Just before the cut line and underneath seat area. The more spots the better.
Before cutting I leveled the frame and used that for future level. Using the firewall can be unpredictable depending on condition of body rubber...
Compression is 10.5 to 1. Premium gas only with additive. I’ll just say i had to slow it down to run D gas 10.60. Mph was 126.
Ddcided to repaint. I’ll post more after I’m done cutting and buffing
Made it to the 2nd round at the Governor's Cup in Sacramento. Great racing and great people!
Thanks for the compliments!
It's stickers. I incorporated my kids' names into each sticker.
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Motor was dyno'd today. End up making 655 and almost 600 ft lbs of torque. Pretty good for pump gas!
[ATTACH] new fuel system in place. Had to replace the 3/8 line with 1/2". Still waiting on motor
[ATTACH] Also going with a different paint scheme and fiberglass tilt. Stay tuned!
[ATTACH] Decided to switch to a bbc. Going with a 510 bbc tall deck. Solid roller ported n polished 990's with a tunnel ram and dual 750 holleys....
Just got the 8 pt. S&W rollbar installed. Very nice product n great fit. I'm now working on flopping the front axle over to get the front end down...
Another pic.
Thought I'd post a few recent photos since its been awhile. It's still a work in progress but its getting closer.
Waiting for pics.
Can anyone tell me if pre-registration is recommended? Or just show up? Thanks
Match the convertor to your cam.
When using HD-015 you still have to degrease and etch the surface prior to applying. I do alot of welding/cutting/grinding and this product has...
HD-015 from Legacy. Sealer/wax, not paint. Very durable.
Well, the majority wins. No stripes! Thanks guys.
I'm looking for feedback on which striping looks the best. Please vote on what number you like best. Pic 1, 2 or 3.Thanks.
Thanks guys. Just picked up the driveline. Hope to have the brakes completed this weekend. Then test drive! and see how many bugs i find to...
I ran the Classic Chevy R&P with great results. Zero play or wandering.
Few more pics.
finally got a recent pic. Only a few things left to do. Install the new driveline, finish rear brakes, windshield and interior. Hope to have it...
Just thought I'd post a positive "stand-up" story. I put a 55 chevy on ebay about 2 years ago and was asking $1500. Guy called me and said he...
Can't wait to see more pics and read more about the build!
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