The Jalopy Journal
Back in the 60's-70's (and beyond), before the metallic pearls came out there was a product that came in a squat jar that was a paste. I would mix...
I have just received this message from his family that he passed away with his family by his side in New Mexico. He had been there for 2 years....
Hey guys, I know that there is info on sawing these cars in half and mounting them on the bedroom walls, but I sure can't find it. You know what...
Just heard from Jesse Lopez that Johnny died peacefully yesterday or, the day before. RIP.
Hey guys, I NEED to know what the height of the windshield (glass) is at the divider bar. I would LIKE to know what that measurement is without...
Well, it's over. The time when I could just enjoy the ride, watch the scenery. Relax and just taste all the different flavors that are out there....
I've been trying to get ahold of him for weeks. No answer on his phone (just leave a message, which I have). Talked to one of his buddies and he...
Like the title say's. August 5th, need a cool car for trip from wedding (Walnut Grove) to hotel. Maybe a cool 50's convertible. You would drive.
I need some '46 Ford bumper assy's picked up from the Knoxville area and brought to DFW or Austin to the RoundUp. Thanks
If you can help I can get specific with the directions. I'm going to buy a '46 Ford f bumper assy if I can figure out how to get it home. I would...
All the good stuff to everybody.
How can you tell when someone is a potential Hamber? In your neighborhood? At work? In a crowd? etc.,etc..
I'm a retired shop owner that had the "company" buy all the materials. Iv'e been impacted by what materials cost these days. Absolutley...
Can I put lacquer over catylisted eurethane thats two months old and not get into trouble?
Can I put lacquer over catylisted Eurethane that a couple of months old?
Does anybody remember the coiled plastic decorative wrap that was put on the underhood wiring to dress it up for car shows during the '50's? It...
Do we have a historian here that can say what a dual set up looked like back in the day?Pics would be lovely.
Ok guys.New flathead owner here. For reasons of authenticity Im changing from Offy to Fenton heads.The Fenton heads that I have look nice with no...
I was just lookin at the earlier thread about '49-'54 chev (current) customs.How about the ones that started it all.I'm thinking of a '53-'54 chev...
Are the original shoebox rear axles the same length?Is the differential offset?
I've been hanging around here for a while, as you can see. Fortunately none of these grenades have blowed up yet. I've been able to participate as...
Well??
has anyone had a problem with this?i'm a new texan and i havn't seen this before>
i have a windshield that needs to be cut "4.anybody know who's good in dfw.i understand the risk deal.this should be one of the easier ones.
can you get decent reception on a regular antenna installed in the engine compartment?the purpose being to clean up exterior of car.anybody tried...
with the scarcity of merc grille shells why couldn't some one do a credible job using 3"-4" exhuast type tubing?with the emphasis on CREDIBLE....
When chopping and fitting stainless trim, how are the non-spliced open ends at the end of the panels (doors/quarters) dealt with????????
Does anybody no anything about someone in Kansas doing a Junior Conway '50 Ford clone??????
Is anyone out there recreating some of those favorite kustoms of the '50's?
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