The Jalopy Journal
It’s getting saved. I think it was truck built by a farmer. That’s typical for where we live. Lots of ranchers and wheat farmers out here. I’ve...
Yep that’s why I posted this in the projects section. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
The Hudson is ruff...[ATTACH][ATTACH] Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
The heads are brand new, not junk yard cores. The original box says they got sold in 1971. The heads just need to be assembled. Sent from my...
Set up for 2.02 valves I think there cool heads and I look forward to putting them together and running them on my 327. Sent from my iPhone...
The boxes had brand new casting number 492 heads. [ATTACH] Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
Today I was helping an older guy from church fix a broken down snow blower. He later gave me a tour of his collection, restored but dusty 1920...
That’s good news, I have a long shopping list and most of it should be considered race parts. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
I found a guy south of Portland that has stacks of Tri-5 leaf springs. I can have a set for $25 he said there’s 2 different types some have more...
I think swapping over to 2” springs is a good idea. I need to redo the spring perches any way. The pinion angle is way off. Sent from my iPhone...
Are the Tri-5 springs 2” wide? Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
Yep it’s got the big 8 leaf pack. I’m not sure where it will sit. It was on a jack stand in the photo. Im also rebuilding the bushings and...
There had to be some sort of L88 marine engine back in then. I will ask the engine builder next time I see him. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
I have the isky z-55 cam and Comp cams 294s being recommended to me from 2 different builders. Those cams are under .600 lift I’m considering...
Those are junk 425HP marine valve covers that I bought for $20. But I like them, they have the dripper rails, and multiple spots for breathers and...
Those could work. I also have the thick gaskets. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
Do the old M/T valve cover work with the stud girdle? I’m trying to figure out where to put my money. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
I have chrome valve covers with oil dripper rails. What type of rockers will fit under these? The heads have big valves and 347lbs/in. Dual...
I flipped one of my rear springs around and it centered my rear axle. Thanks to who ever gave me the idea. So far it seems to be the best option....
That’s exactly what I’m thinking of using Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
I lucked out. I asked around and didn’t get any answers on what would fit. I noticed that the header manufacturers don’t make a “fat fender...
We got the front end dropped back on. Every things fits good. Lots of room. [ATTACH][ATTACH] Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
My car has the original factory straight axle. Maybe that’s why. I still have a few inches of room. Part of the column shifter is in the way....
It’s the Master 85 model. Is the basic bare bones model. No side chrome either. Had painted silver bumpers too. If I had the trans bolted on and...
Getting creative and trying out some different locations for the engine tonight. There’s allot room for these BBC motors. It looks small compared...
I’m willing to cut up a wheelbarrow if need be. There’s one in that junk yard. Good to remember, I’m going to mock it up with a distributor....
Looks cool lowered like that. Thanks for sharing. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
Thanks allot every one for your feedback and ideas. Your project photos are helping. Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
That looks perfect. Is your front end original steel? If so did you weld the hood to the fenders? Sent from my iPhone using H.A.M.B.
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