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Trans lines and radiator hoses next. Then it’s time to get the body ready.
Digging the stance
Too nice of day. Had to take a cruise and clean things up a little. My awesome brother let me have his truck for a while for my birthday. Too...
Building up the brakes. Definitely worth having a good flare tool. Saves time and makes great looking flares.
Traditional white on the wheels. Put the steering brackets and brakes on. Realized the brackets don’t clear the caliper bolts. . Have to bend...
Took a break and got my little helper to help put up new lights.
Paint is single stage majic black w/ hardner catalyst. Makes it almost a satin black.
Pulled everything apart to start painting. Rustoleum primer.
A little engine assembly...
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That’s a great looking project!
It’s a ‘29 chevy roadster my brother picked up in Missouri.
[ATTACH] Well, a few reasons I suppose. First of all if you recall it had a mustang II, and that obviously had to go. The original frame horns...
I knew the wheels and tires would catch flack on here. I'm trying to get a good look and be budget minded. I really wanted the rake but with less...
Thanks timwhit. I'll try to keep this updated with some good pics along the way.
And a Vee'd front to give it that "look" :mad:[ATTACH] ... Enough angle? I cant make up my mind yet.
This is about where I have landed to date. The man I picked up the wheels and tires from happened to be a totally awesome guy with tradition hot...
I've analyzed about a gozillion pictures and I realize just how important stance is. I found some craigslist specials for $300 and will see how...
Speedway 4" drop axle with disc brakes front, GM 10 bolt rear. Plan on installing a triangulated four link and coil overs soon. [ATTACH]
Mine is obviously in need of some work....But a great start. My brothers have vowed to help and we have made some good headway so far. We started...
Hey Guys, New here and to hot rodding, but I'm giving it a whirl! My dad passed away in March and we miss him dearly. He was a life long car...
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