The Jalopy Journal
SOLD!! SOLD!! This is a 1950 Packard DeLuxe 8, 23rd series, 4 door sedan. It was last on the road in 1976 (yes 1976) It was a restoration. it's a...
YES, I did a search but I'm not finding clear answers to my questions. OK, I'm gathering parts for a one man streamlliner and I really like...
I've got a 1962 Rambler American that I'm trying (good Lord willing and the economy don't sink further :mad:) to get on the road this Spring....
OK, here's the question: Can a frame and cross members be made of aluminum or is that material just too prone to fatigue to be safe? I'm thinking...
OK, I have some questions regarding rear axles, specifically how much parasitic loss they'll produce. The recent threads about high MPG roadsters...
I am about to lose my house if I don't get some cash flow going. I've had the worst 5 months of my career lately, the cash reserves are almost...
I've got a pile of fenders, hoods, and a firewall so naturally I look at all of it and say, "I can make something out of that mess." :D I've got...
I did a search but didn't find what I needed. I'm sure I have a wheel bearing failing in my car (FWD daily driver of unHAMBlike characteristics)...
Alright, I’m usually good for a few smart-assed answers here on the HAMB, but to assuage my guilt, I’m actually going to be...
Alright, Im usually good for a few smart-assed answers here on the HAMB, but to assuage my guilt, Im actually going to be constructive!!! (Bout...
:eek: HAMB Auction: Complete Custom Interior!! :eek: Auction ends 02/28/2007 at 10:00 PM Chicago Time Good luck!! Ive taken a lot...
The HAMB is down for some techno-wrenching as I write this. Im sitting here thinking about all the work I have yet to finish this week, next...
Why can't I make a living sitting on my ass reading the HAMB? Huh? ;)
Iowa HAMBers, I need your help. I have a line on a '59 (or so - don't know yet) Ford truck like I've been looking for. It's on a property that is...
Say, what's the life expectancy of a harmonic balancer? I'm going on the assumption that the elastomer materials will deteriorate. I've got a...
Wow Brain surgury for my Dad - Some Christmas, but a good one given the circumstances. Here's the story: My father and his wife Bonnie (Mom...
OK, I've read about the aversion to green cars but green is one of my favorites on the right car. I've had black cars and they look great for...
I have a customer (who shall remain nameless) who's looking to have me do a 60's style interior in his '31 roadster. Seats, door and kick panels,...
I was out and about doing my job when I ran across this great mailbox holder. It's an old belt driven drill press. Just imagine the things that...
OK, I'm a little ashamed of the situation & I'll spare you all the details, but I have an appendage in the wringer with Uncle Sam's Revenue...
YES, I did a google and similar searches, for about an hour.:mad: That said: I remember back when I was a youngin' (mid 70's) seeing a car I'd...
Please forgive the distance that this is off topic. :o Are there any voice actors or voice over artists here, or anybody that has professional...
Well, last weekend I sold a 235 (finally) to one of Hellfish's buddies. Naturally it was buried inthe garage so I had to get all kinds of stuff...
"When are you gonna get that thing running?" I hear this all the time from my buddies about my Rambler and Packard. They're gonna make great wives...
I'll preface this by saying "Yes, I DO have too much time on my hands!" and I know it's painfully OT and will get shut down but I'm boredand...
I am looking for a good machinist in the Chicago or Northern Illinois area. I need a couple of cylinders sleeved on my Packard block and on a 331...
Yes this is (way) off topic but I need some guidance. I want to build an air-cooled 20's-30's style racer / rod and maybe a motorcycle or two. I...
Who is the best mechaninc you know? And by "know" I mean personally, not just met or heard of. Who is the friend you can call that'll always be...
I know nothing about friction shocks other than the name explains most of it. Is the rate variable by adding or removing the 'discs' or by...
If investing in precious metals means collecting Deuce and 33/34 grille shells, you might be HAMBer. If you've got so many metal splinters in...
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