So I waited a while to start this build thread (started the build in January 2013), so the build did not happen as fast as the pictures may imply. Hahahah So, I collected parts for about 2 yrs and then got my buddy in TN to build this for me while I was deployed last year. I would like to first thank everyone who helped me along the way on and off the HAMB over the last few years with either parts or advice….here’s a short list in no particular order: Ray, Guido Grease Rag, Johnny Cocke, Tom “the truck driver not the singer” Jones, Hellbilly, Throttle Jockey, Larry Pearsall, mentalstates, evil1, bercadawg, blackie, zman, Mike Pee-wee Herrmann (I know I still owe you tequila, lol), 56sedandelivery, nassuablue65, if I missed anyone sorry. The idea was to build a nice traditional style hotrod that is comfortable and driveable, It’s a ‘31 Model A Coupe body on a 32 frame, ’64 401 Buick Nailhead with a switch pitch tranny. I ll explain the build as I post pics. The plan is to have it finished and take it to the Redneck Rumble in Lebanon TN in September.
Mocking up the dash, 36 ford dash, and I believe '47 Pontiac cluster...with a BMW 2002 steering box, and a Morris steering wheel....
RIght now we got a custom gas tank being made and custom exhuast, and I order some white wall cheater slicks and front runners from towel city tires....almost there...so close....
Very Cool! and it's nice to have friends! Thank you for your service! Enjoy the rest of your build, it's going to be fun!!!
Thanks, yea i am excited, after this I am going to build my '60 F100, then comes the task of getting all my cars from Oklahoma to Washington State....should be fun.....
O I will....especially with my tires I just got in from towel city tires. Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Yup it's getting there. Nxt step is making some headers...should be running and driving by the end of the month. Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
It looks soo easy if you just look at your pics. you did a great job! it looks awesome. any pics out in the sun?
Nice build! Post some more pics of those tires when you get them mounted up. I've been curious how the front runners look from there.
It's in between a couple of cars right now, as soon as we get a chance I ll get some pics outside. Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
I can't wait to see those tires either! Going to try to get this down next week, got to get the old tires off and then paint the wheels black. Thanks for all the great comments!!! Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
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