The Jalopy Journalgimpyshotrods's Recent Activity
-
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Model A and front brake questions.
One line, teed up by the crossmember, is fine.
Apr 23, 2024 at 5:14 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Hot Rods My Jailbar could use a front Swaybar.
What's the frame rail spacing?
Apr 23, 2024 at 5:13 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Hot Rods My Jailbar could use a front Swaybar.
Measure the distance between the centers of the frame rails. Take that measurement to the local self service yard. Universal end links...
Apr 23, 2024 at 3:47 PM -
gimpyshotrods liked 4211papas34's post in the thread Technical Botched dangerous suspension 34 ford axle/coilovers.
I won!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes I won my court case!!!!!!!! justice takes a while but I'm happy for the closure and very happy to move...
Apr 23, 2024 at 2:21 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Pre oiling engine.
With the drill running, bridge the battery+ and S terminals on the solenoid. Bump the engine to turn it a little. Run the drill more....
Apr 23, 2024 at 1:31 PM -
gimpyshotrods liked goldmountain's post in the thread Replacement tires.
The 235/75 - 15 tire size is what was on most half ton trucks eons ago.
Apr 21, 2024 at 9:44 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Leaf spring identification / help.
The tension present in the system when the shackles are not slack is what keeps the front axle centered. Ford did move to slack...
Apr 21, 2024 at 12:24 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Thoughts on Speedway front axle.
Just double check the diameter. Some weird variants had 15-inch wheels!
Apr 21, 2024 at 12:20 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Thoughts on Speedway front axle.
The tail lights are Ford Model A aftermarket.
Apr 21, 2024 at 12:18 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Need rearend ID help.
GM sized rotors for that hat pattern, Cadillac Eldorado calipers, and generic brackets.
Apr 21, 2024 at 12:16 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical What is the best choice in spark plugs.
I bet! I had chest pains for a few hours after taking a hit from the CD box, so I cannot imagine a mag.
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:47 PM -
gimpyshotrods liked Harv's post in the thread Technical What is the best choice in spark plugs.
If you put a small allen-key in the end of a CD-ignition plug wire, you can test to see if you have ignition after breaking down in the...
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:45 PM -
gimpyshotrods liked Moriarity's post in the thread Technical 1953 Bel Air - New Fuel Pump Not Working?.
I suppose the rubber diaphragm could have dried out and cracked after almost 35 years....
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:40 PM -
gimpyshotrods replied to the thread Technical Thoughts on Speedway front axle.
Also, you get to decide if these are forward, or reverse offset, and what the final offset is. The ones that I pictured are reversed,...
Apr 20, 2024 at 7:32 PM -
gimpyshotrods attached a file to the thread Technical Thoughts on Speedway front axle.
If you have a welder, a dial indicator, and some patience, you can make your own 16" x 6-1/2" wide Wide-5 wheels, using the original...
Apr 20, 2024 at 7:24 PM
