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Hot Rods Later 1960s Style Model A (Advice wanted)

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Nicholas Coe, Sep 7, 2018.

  1. Just to be clear I like the Nicson scoops and think they would look great with a set of 5 spokes for a 60's vibe.
    The Stellings I posted look great with wide whites, more of a 50's vibe.
    I have both for 2 different cars and like them both just the same.
    To me this car just needs a simple wheel/tire change and a lot of what he has would tie it together. If you lived closer and bolt pattern matched we could swap out some to see what looks the best.
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  2. That is my opinion, he can do with it what he wants. I'll like his car with or without changes.
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  3. oldspert
    Joined: Sep 10, 2006
    Posts: 1,263

    oldspert
    Member
    from Texas

    Glad to see someone with an Olds 455 in a hot rod. I am running a 330 bored to 350 in my 46 Ford. Muncie 4-speed. What trans are you running?
     
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  4. Unfortunately not. Safety for my wife and son come first.

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  5. Nice wheels. I've been thinking about a change.

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  6. Yep it's a Muncie. M20.

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  7. Atwater Mike
    Joined: May 31, 2002
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    Atwater Mike
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    I was surprised nobody commented on that beautiful Olds mill! That engines fits in there like it's showcased!
    I had my 455 Olds in my '27, with '37 LaSalle box, via BOP adapter, starter to right side.
    My bud passed, and willed me his Chrysler hemi. Out with the OLDS, in with the...
     
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  8. wicarnut
    Joined: Oct 29, 2009
    Posts: 9,052

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    Eat healthier, drink less alcohol, quit the cancer sticks, exercise some, live, love, enjoy life ! My free advice for today from one senior to another. LOL The car is great, modify to your taste.
     
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  9. Blues4U
    Joined: Oct 1, 2015
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    Blues4U
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    from So Cal

    Definitely black out the heat shields. Better yet, lose the side pipes....
     
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  10. This was HAMB member Wingnutz roadster with a 455 that everyone loved
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  12. Thank you! I'm super happy with an Oldsmobile powerplant. Just a little different! Here's a couple of pics showing it in process and my customizing after I was blessed to buy it from the amazing guy who built the car. The quality of this build is first class all the way. DSC02154.jpeg IMG_20180826_195050.jpeg

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  13. Hey, post a shot of your Olds motor if you've still got one!

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  14. Thanks everyone who commented! Here's my progress so far! Removing the 1934 commercial headlights with modern in board turn signals. Adding more 1960s correct stands and smaller lights. Also, gone by popular vote are the cowl lights! Thank you! IMG_20190111_164811.jpeg IMG_20190111_165055.jpeg IMG_20190111_165049.jpeg IMG_20190111_165040.jpeg IMG_20190111_164727.jpeg

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  15. 1946caddy
    Joined: Dec 18, 2013
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    1946caddy
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    from washington

    Are those 1 quart sauce pans in the first picture?
     
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  16. Yes! Only $15 on Amazon. I happily replaced them. Certainly an affordable option. You could use vintage ones for a HAMB friendly car! Pics are of the car as originally purchased. Extremely well built car. Nick 1930-Ford-Model%20A-Hot%20Rods%20%26%20Customs--Car-100968633-1202c5a4adb075ad44d4dfa3075a4a86.jpeg 1930-Ford-Model%20A-Hot%20Rods%20%26%20Customs--Car-100968633-1893a1e0b7c2f6484fe6dc4f046ab470.jpeg 1930-Ford-Model%20A-Hot%20Rods%20%26%20Customs--Car-100968633-7487ab7dc4c99e388707212d13103a25.jpeg

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  17. Flat Roy
    Joined: Nov 23, 2007
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    From one old geezer to another, don't worry about what other geezers think. Build it the way YOU want it. That way it's not like every one else's. It will be a Coe original!
     
  18. Thank you!

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  19. poco
    Joined: Feb 9, 2009
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    poco
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    from oklahoma

    Nice car, but paint the wheels some other color but get rid of the black. I am an old fart.
     
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  20. Sounds good. Which wheels would you like to see? I'm going for a late 1960s vibe. IMG_20190111_164804.jpeg

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  21. flatheadpete
    Joined: Oct 29, 2003
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    Bet that thing rips with that Olds. Great car...and it keeps getting better.
     
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  22. Thank you! She's got a fairly built 455. It is a fun (scary) car. At Tulsa she ran very low 13 secs with pump gas and street radials. Not too bad. IMG_20180924_193124.jpeg

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  23. 3banjos
    Joined: May 24, 2008
    Posts: 480

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    from NZ

    So it is well built, approx. 110/115 mph and no mention of bump steer. Brilliant
     
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  24. Boneyard51
    Joined: Dec 10, 2017
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    I like the side pipes and the chrome shields. Narrower front wheels would help. But, as said do it your way! With what your got or can get.



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  25. poco
    Joined: Feb 9, 2009
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    poco
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    from oklahoma

    I like the wheels you have, just not a black fan. I also like orginal style ford style with 5 inch on front and wider ones on rear. i am an old fart.
     
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  26. THIS IS THE ADVICE TO LISTEN TO!
    If you want another belly button, cookie cutter "correct" car, then listen to the critics.
    If you want a car you like, listen to yourself!
     
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  27. Junior Stock
    Joined: Aug 24, 2004
    Posts: 1,891

    Junior Stock

    I know that car and I am not sure why you felt the need to change things but I guess it is your car.
     
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  28. Mike Colemire
    Joined: May 18, 2013
    Posts: 1,428

    Mike Colemire
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    Very nice hot rod. I know I'd be proud to drive it! Love the Olds motor, air cleaners, and the detailing you done on the motor.
     
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  29. 6sally6
    Joined: Feb 16, 2014
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    Yeah.....they're right, the air cleaners suck! I would turn them around.
    Leave the chrome side pipes..........maybe it will distract everyone so they won't notice those ugly-ass air cleaners.
    Just teas'in...........they don't look that bad! (400 bux, are you serious!!:confused::eek:)
    No really...
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