hey all a buddy of mine is thinking about building a t-bucket kit... any suggestions on a good place to get a basic kit to start with? Does anyone know anything about this place? http://www.tperformance.com/street_rod_store/t_bucket_kits/
Total Performance is a few miles south of my shop so I know them pretty well. We buy from them now and again. Probably the most complete start to finish T-bucket builder/manufacturer around. Been doing it since the early 70's.
www.speedwaymotors.com www.spiritcars.com (the most comprehensive 'kit') www.californiacustomroadsters.com total performance is on of the top 3 visit www.nationaltbucketalliance.com for more comprehensive opinions.
my speedway book is actually what got him to started looking... but i figured i would ask here and get some advise...
I built a t-bucket in 2005 from a total performance kit. They are nice and you can buy the parts as you need them. I also got a few things from speedway. Both are easy to deal with.
fiorano - tough to say from that tiny pic...looks like a speedster of some sort, so i'd think offhand T frame. but i think it depends more on what components/drivetrain and overall look you are going for. i'd recommend getting larger photos together, preferably from several angles and starting a new post asking for frame guidance on your project.
Total Peformance that where I go It is about 10 miles from my house. They always treat me good, very helpful and friendly. If you are planning to go there, take I-95 to I-91 exit 13 at end of ramp take right about a mile will be on your left. good luck
thanks for the tip i will sort a few things out... why is the steering link/drag link in front on so many T-buckets? would not it work better on top or behind the axle line? it looks dangerous and it can't steer right it seems
Correct! The steering tie rod on Spirit AND CCR is behind the axle. The tie rod shouldn't be your front bumper.
I have been working on this being ONE version of the T-Bucket kits I want to offer. Just been up against the crap economy and new president B.S. while everyone is keeping real tight on their money. Hopefully '09 will see them happen!
I got my frame and front suspension from Total. They have great stuff and are quick to answer questions if you call them for help or advise. Talk to Brian, he's the man there, next to Mickey.
tell me more~ the reason i've never bought a 'kit' from anyone is that the frames are too long for my taste. they handle well but i dont like the big gap(s) that results. every one i've built has been built from plans that all the majors sell/use but modified/shortened. that drawing looks strikingly like something i'm working on and plan on getting after as soon as i get the interior in my 52.
Not a kit....tried to use alot of vintage parts. but..the frame is homemade and slightly shortened with a Z to drop it super low. Jerry Homemadehardtop57
Was impressed with the build at the Last Houston Hamb meet. So much so that I'm looking into one as well. Alex
Just for what its worth.....I have been waiting for over 3 months for a set of spindles, steering arms, and brake brackets from Total Performance. doesn't look like they will ship any time soon either. just thought you might like to know
His wife was driving and she wasnt wearing seat belt, and thank God cause it would have been much worse. Btw, how is she doing?
Yeah, I have never been a fan of those 70's stretched proportions either. This has the right flavor that goes back to Grabowski and Ivo T-Buckets.
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