The Jalopy Journal-
Fine Fifty-Six
Friday, June 18, 2021
In the hot rod and custom car world, Tri-Five Chevys are a point of contention. Some love them, some hate them, and others couldn’t care less about them…. continue reading »
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In the hot rod and custom car world, Tri-Five Chevys are a point of contention. Some love them, some hate them, and others couldn’t care less about them…. continue reading »
14 Comments on the H.A.M.B.
Remember the Raybestos ’32 Roadster Pick up that was built by Troy Ladd of Hollywood Hot Rods? It was commissioned by dynamic88 at Raybestos as a promotional prize… continue reading »
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This is pretty rad… Uncle Scooby found himself a dragster rotting away in a field and has heard grand stories of its past life. Now, he’s trying to… continue reading »
The January 1958 issue of Motor Life featured a young George Barris with the latest in custom wheel covers: Bullets, fins, and enamel-colored chrome! Hollywood Flipper caps had… continue reading »
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Back before I knew shit about traditional hot rods, 1932 Fords, or anything at all about historical speed, I was more drawn to fat fendered Fords than anything… continue reading »
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One of my favorite parts about going home is visiting the antique mall where my dad works. Located in Northville, Michigan, the store is jam-packed with vintage treasure… continue reading »
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As the 1950s progressed, more vehicle codes were passed to clamp down on hot rods. Mufflers, minimum headlamp heights, and even door mirrors were mandated for safety or… continue reading »
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Kind of a crap post today, but life isn’t all hot rods and customs – am I right? Anyway, I met a man today… He’s the grandson of… continue reading »
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Great footage from the Oakland Stadium Speedway around 1949, with plenty of great roadsters (eagle-eyed viewers will spot ’32, Model A, Model T and even a roadster pick… continue reading »
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