The Jalopy Journal
hey guys, sold my 41 Chevy project. I have a 261 out of 55 fire truck. I also have an edmunds 2x2 intake and Fenton dual exhaust headers in a box....
I have a dashboard that has been media blasted & sealed, I have no use for it. It had the ash tray delete plate & glove door. $140 firm. Pick up...
Today's accomplishments, with the help of fellow hambers post & suggestions it was a breeze to get the front drums switched out. Get...
Well I finally jumped back on it, just finishing up the 3 speed of conversion today, had to regroove & cut the original shift handle. Just...
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Finally, plates registered as of today! Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
I got the new shortened drive shaft back today. if all else falls into place, I should be back on the road this coming week.
I can't seem to download more than 1 pic at a time! Here's a before pic
It's nice to have every other Friday off! After dropping my boy off at kindergarten I was able to tear into the car. I attempted to notch the...
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So I was able to finally button up the rear end today, made some shock mounts from some L clips that we use at work & of course reinforced them a...
I will be getting to the drive line this weekend, I'll make sure to post some numbers for ya!
One more for tonight, picked up a set of vintiques artilleries, these should be a good fit for what I'm looking for on the car!
Had time to remove the old bellhousing & install the 50's truck bell on. Now to modify the trans cross member to make room for the new 3 speed OD!
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Cut stock cross member out & you can use a automatic cross member that bolts on after you cut the rivets that hold stock cross member. Chevys of...
Got the 57 rear end all back together, but still have to bring the stud back. I'm going to go with 2 1/2" first to center the wheels!
I'm planning on doing ride technologies set up. No bags just a good stance is what I want!
Removed spring pads, now to relocate & place it back in!
57 Rear end with vented drums. All new hardware!!
Hey everyone, it's been a while but I have started doing the chassis after a lot of procrastinating on where to start! Found me a 57 bel air rear...
Yes, they are interchangeable as far as chassis parts. The floor pans might not match up! Good luck.
216,(of course) 235 or 261 is bolt on with small modifications on water pump. But V8 would be a waste of money & time trying to adapt to original...
Sweet car!
We have 12v⚡!
I just did my 41 with a 216, used a yellow top optima, but also got a good deal on it! Not a lot off accessories either! Posted using the Full...
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Thanks everyone, I've been away with summer & my 2 boys running around causing havoc in the house! With that said I have jumped on the 41 again....
Where did u get the number from? Cylinder head or block? Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
Just the info I was looking for!
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