The Jalopy Journal
It is as solid as it looks. It was one hell of a find. I'm the third owner. And the second owner only had it for 13 months. This is the only car...
I have a 235 in my 51 Fleetline. When I bought the car I was told the motor was rebuilt. It has a 2 speed Glide behind it. I don't know how long...
Here's What I'm Starting With! [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
I just picked up a stock 51 Fleetline this summer. I would like to see some pics of any custom work done to this style of Fleetline. I need some...
I bought the stainless door moulding from a 48 Coupe for my 48 Fleetline. I could not use it because it was about 1 1/2" shorter then the...
If its as easy as throwing on a 55-56 Chev Solenoid I might as well do it. Even if it just slows down the drive gear a bit so it doesnt Hammer so...
Well that is good to know. I read that after a while the Solenoid could stick and jam the starter. But I guess that would be if you have to crank...
What is involved or how hard is it to convert a GM starter from 6 volts to 12 volts? Its a 1951 Chev starter off of a 235 6 Cylinder. How do...
I'm going to be building my frame. Kruzer63 designed the frame for me with Autocad. It is a basic 2x3 tubing frame with some laser cut pieces at...
I'm really happy with the shape that this body is in. I just recieved a set of Patch Panels for the doors today. They fit Perfect from what I can...
No! it will be Chopped and Channeled!
So far the plans for the Drivetrain are SBC350 with 3 Rochester Carbs. 4 Speed Standard Transmission. And 10 Bolt Rear End.
I removed the stock seat riser and the sheet metal floor. [IMG] [IMG] The doors are your normal Model T Door. RUSTY!!! But workable!!...
I'm just starting a new build. A friend happened to stumble across this 1927 T Coupe in the bush about 15 Years ago. He went back to see if it was...
Thanks for the compliments. I will try not to wait so long next time!!!
Once the brake petal is made it will come in just a bit lower and off to the left of the steering column. The master cylinder is mounted back...
Then it was time to take the car outside and stand back for a look!! It is hard to find level ground at my shop. But you can get the idea of...
Now the fender skirt is clamped on and we are bending the rod for the bottom edge. [IMG] The tape shows where and how much of the rear fender...
This is the top panel that fits the shape of the door bottom. [IMG] [IMG] This panel blends the Rocker, Front Fender Extension, and the...
Well it has been a while since I posted some progress pics so I thought I would. I finnished the drivers side rocker and fender skirt off. The...
When it come to allignment of doors. I only want to do the job once. But there are times when you have to put the doors on and then take them off...
Pic of my shop and my 48 Fleetline. [IMG]
Looks good there Brent!
Another from Southern Saskatchewan
I have had a cut off wheel explode on me. I still don't know where all the pieces went. All I was able to find was the piece that cracked my face...
Here are a couple pics from last winter. I don't have any newer pics on my computer yet. [IMG] [IMG]
No we can't. At least not here in Saskatchewan.
I forgot to mention. I'm limited to 6 letters or numbers on the plate.
I have been trying to figure out a kool plate to try and get for my car. I have had no luck thinking of one or two. So I thought I would check...
These are on my 48 Fleetline. They where done by Tombstone. [IMG]
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