The Jalopy Journal
Hey guys, looking for some input: I recently switched from a TH350 to a 700R4 in my 53 chevy before Lonestar Roundup. I was hoping for big things...
I called yesterday to book our rooms, and was told they were booked up already. I went ahead and picked up our rooms through Priceline, but they...
Is there going to be a special Sled/Hot Rod parking area in the field south of the track like last year? Havent seen anything posted yet,...
I am curious if anybody is using Chevs of the 40's ignition switch with an HEI setup...
I have a question maybe you guys could help me with. I am wiring up a HEI style ignition in a sbc, using a Rebel wiring harness. In the...
While i realize the part I am asking about is out of an off topic year car, hopefully I can get an clarification. If mods need to pull this, no...
I have an odd question, and maybe there is a simple answer. How many different types of chevy transmissions were there in 53/54? Specifically...
Seriously though, I thought there were not enough build threads of these model of cars, :D , so I thought I would upload mine as I go along. A...
I recently notched and bagged my 53, and noticed the rear tires hit the wheel Wells before it completely deflates. I built enough clearance into...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKmoVQjrIoM&feature=context-cha If anybody knows this guy, and could put me in touch, I would appreciate it!...
Hey guys, I am getting ready to replace the floorbaords in my 53 hardtop, and noticed something last night. On each of the outer body mount holes,...
If you are making phone reservations for the Drags, you might make it a point to call H.I. Joplin directly and ask for the front desk. I went...
I have a question regarding moving the rear axle to center the wheels in the opening. I ordered my Gambino notch kit. The thing is top...
Is there any good way to setup a column shift for automatics in 53-54 chevys? I would like to keep it stock looking, but worry about it not really...
Would one of you "rockstars" mind measuring from center of your rear axle shaft to the center of the grease cup on your front end? Just got my HT...
Hey guys, Bought a decent set of 50 pontiac sombrero hubs off a guy here, but need some input on mounting them. On the back of the hubcap,...
Does anybody know of a SBC chevy mechanical fuel pump that the ports face the frame rail? Tired of elec fuel pump problems, and have switched to...
Hey guys, was in the store flipping through a magazine that had an article where Bill Hines was chopping a 53-54 hardtop by "pocketing" the rear...
THis might be a dumb question, but can a distributor go bad? I have been having a trouble for some time, and am ready to throw my truck and myself...
Hey guys, I recently had to move, and in the process, my truck has been sitting for the last 5 months. I tried getting it started this week,...
We are getting ready to dump our tax return into the wifes merc wagon, and was wondering what everyones opinion on motor options are? We have...
I was wondering if anybody could help me out with a relay from Phoexiz Az area the lower midwest. I found a "rare" rear station wagon glass for...
Its a 59 Commuter 4 dr Wagon. My pickup should be on the road soon, but only being a 2 seater, we want something we can carry the whole...
Hey guys, I have a wiring question if someone wouldchelp me out. I am running an early 60's brake light on the back of my pickup. I am not...
I know this is a pretty basic question, but what do i use to seal my steel brake line fittings(45 degree double flared ends)? Pipe dope, teflon...
Is anyone on the Hamb from this car club, or know anyone that is? I had some questions about one of the members cars I saw at the Okie twist off...
I was just wondering if there is anyone here on the board from the NWA area? Im here in Van Buren, and wondering if there is anyone else around?
I have a question about residual valves for disc brakes, and thought i might go ahead and ask before i instal it. Can residual valves be run...
I know this is a very basic question, but how the hell to i remove it? Ive pulled all the screws from the inside, and my trim piece is still on...
Hey guys, WHere is the best place to buy front brake cyls for a 40 ford? The guys at autozone said they couldnt/wouldnt get them, and last time...
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