The Jalopy Journal
Still moving slowly... everything is mostly wired, column shifter hooked to trans, steering linkage tightened up. One more day and it'll be ready...
It's been a slow couple months, but I got the brakes done today. It was my first go with flaring and bending lines. Also the first time I've had...
I'm not sure who makes it, it was included when I bought the car. Header issues for sure! I tried 2 sets of manifolds and they were a no go so I...
The engine is 96 the transmission is not. The wheel will be swapped for a correct wheel and the car came with no column so yes, I could have...
I just looked at the "tv made ez" kit again and it has an optional bracket for the throttle cable, so I'll likely go that route. Sent from my...
I'll keep you updated, I am holding off on putting in my carb until I know the engine is staying in for a while. Plus, I need to order the "tv...
Nope! Haven't gotten there yet, is there something I should be prepared for? Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I got the headers in, had to bang on the drivers side quite a bit to get the steering to clear. One of the set screws still bumps it if you are...
That's a big ol' motor in there! Looks good! Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
If you decide to shave yours, go the route that ACO.OG went and cut the old one out! Mine is all filled, filed and bondoed! Sent from my iPhone...
Looks awesome! Motivation for sure! Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
[IMG][IMG] Here they are, we'll see what happens tomorrow when I get up to my car Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Let me know if you decide to sell a wheel... I might be in the market... Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I've looked at those, they look even bigger than the hugger headers I pulled the trigger on but, then again, looks can be deceiving! The cast...
You are correct, I've already ditched two sets of cast iron exhaust manifolds! The headers I ordered were my last resort. Since they are 16gauge...
I'm not sure if people think I'm getting defensive or think I'm butt-hurt, but that's not the case at all! I love the community input! Sent...
For sure! I'm not getting derailed anytime soon! The advice given is all appreciated! Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
All good points! Thank you for the input, the inside will have a couple "off correct" items. The wheel isn't staying and the seats will be...
Yeah, the wheel is terrible. Do you know if a 50's Chevy wheel is a direct fit on an aftermarket column? I'm liking the 15" versions of the 55-56...
I am hoping it will fit, I have the frame mount master cylinder to contend with too. I ordered a set of hugger headers that come highly...
Somehow overlooked your comment as well. Thank you, I will ultimately do it the way I want but I do welcome any advice that is constructive!...
Hey! Somehow I never saw your post here, thanks for the encouragement! Got a bit more done today. Hoping to bang out some brake lines this...
[IMG] Steering connected [IMG] Column and wheel fit in. I know there are haters on these parts, I will likely get a different wheel down the...
Thanks! I just relooked at mine yesterday and it's about an inch below the frame but almost even with the transmission support. I think I'll weld...
@brewty from over on instagram. Found your HAMB build while searching. Do you have a shot of the frame mount master cylinder on your 51? My...
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I used dolphin gauges and fit them into the stock housings with no additional parts needed. I had to cut the backs out of the housings and used...
Great car! Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
In the words of Christopher Walken "If you want to learn how to build a house, build a house. Don't ask anybody, just build a house." Just jump...
[IMG] Little more work on the firewall [IMG] Test fit of the motor and trans after fabbing up the brackets. [IMG] Brake master cylinder...
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