The Jalopy Journal
J.Ukrop submitted a new blog post: Swap Meet Season [IMG] When it comes to parts hunting, I usually work online. I spend my nights, weekends,...
No successful welds were made I ended up bolting the master-cylinder in place; we’ll weld it up when I’m back at David’s.
During my conversation with my brother on the phone this evening, he said, "You're leaving me hanging." Confused, I asked him what he meant. "I...
In the meantime, I'm going to skip ahead. Which side faces the front on the torque tube seal? Is it: [ATTACH]or [ATTACH] Any guidance would be...
I'll follow up with Part II when I have some spare time tomorrow.
As soon as I got back from the swap, I started preparing the garage to weld. All the bikes got rolled into the driveway, and anything even...
Sunday was another busy one. It started with the All Ford Parts swap meet, which I'll be sharing more of in a future Jalopy Journal installment....
It was a rainy Saturday on the Terrace, but I was able to make some good progress in the garage. Today's challenge was one that I have been...
J.Ukrop submitted a new blog post: Iron Don's Bowtie As someone who is always thinking about early Fords, it’s nice to switch things up every...
These are just stock 1946-'48 Ford brake drums. I do like how these have ribs on the outside of the drum. Maybe it's just for style, or maybe it...
Thank you, Brian! Will I be seeing you at the Pasadena Roadster Club Reliability Run at the end of the month? No car for me, but I'm going to...
After a fun call with David on my lunch break, I made some adjustments to my backing plates and slipped on the front drums. [ATTACH] I'm not sure...
No major progress today, but I did do some painting—the most exciting being one of the front wheels. I didn't get a photo, but I did roll it up to...
You got that right! If it's old and has an engine, I'm interested. Hahahha love it A man of taste! Great looking fleet there. I have a '66...
[ATTACH] This weekend, I took a much-needed break from the real world to join my friends on their annual spring motorcycle trip. I left the city...
For sale is an extremely nice 59AB oil pan. It is the earlier style. It has been sandblasted and the exterior has been painted white. I'm looking...
[ATTACH] Only a little bit of progress this week. I did also receive my torque tube bearing, gasket, snap ring, etc., in the mail, so I'm excited...
Just you wait until you see the new tweed interior I'm going to install. hahahaha I'll have to check that one out (or not?) Hahahhah only on...
J.Ukrop submitted a new blog post: Chopped (But Not Dropped) [IMG] When most hot rodders or customizers get a vehicle, the first thing they do...
[ATTACH] Last night, I prepped the front drums for paint while watching what’s considered one of the worst movies of all time: “Rock and Roll...
I love that idea. Right now, the plan is to either use chrome acorn nuts or nylocs with chrome acorn covers. For sure! Bob Bleed has it figured...
Tomorrow is the first day of April, and that means we're really heading into spring (my favorite season). It seems like there's something to do...
I'm on a flight back from the East Coast, and the Delta wifi seems to be pretty strong. You know what that means? Thread update time. [ATTACH] I...
Yes! I'll check next time I go out to the garage to confirm/get a picture. Sounds good. I'll take a picture of the screwdriver next time I'm at...
We're getting there! You've got it figured out! Good thing all four brakes are vented!
Thank you! Thank ya—still thinking about how good it will look parked in front of Town Topic.[ATTACH] Yes! I should have taken pictures, but...
@jnaki, thank you for the kind words. Your memories of the City by the Bay always bring a smile to my face. Please give me a shout next time you...
Happy happy birthday, Dennis! Your art and enthusiasm for all things mechanical make the H.A.M.B. even more of a special place. By the way, be on...
J.Ukrop submitted a new blog post: Trailer for Sale (or Rent?) [IMG] I’m not a trailer guy. Last time I hauled a trailer any real distance, my...
From there, I spent the rest of the afternoon assembling, disassembling, and figuring out the rear backing plates. It took a couple of tries, but...
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