One of our friends sent us a link to this really cool video that has been put together of the Pasadina Roadsters’ Reliability Run. It is a really well put together video and does a remarkably good job of cramming one of the coolest all-day driving events in Southern California into a couple minutes. Watch it for yourself and find out.
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August 16th, 2010Lucky Number Seven – Mark Ford’s Hemi-Powered Hot Rod
August 16th, 2010
If you could pick one word to describe Mark Ford, “determined” would definitely make the short list. That’s because he had a picture of the hot rod that he wanted to build and worked tirelessly to make sure that the end result matched it, right down to the paint—or lack thereof. Read the rest of this entry »
Once and Done Header Bolts – Self-Locking Bolts From Totally Stainless
August 16th, 2010
One wrench, no loose parts, installation is fast and easy. The 3/8-inch 16 six-point header bolts require a 3/8-inch wrench. A six- or 12-point wrench can be used.
As long as hot rodders have been modifying their vehicles, the installation of headers has been the first modification of choice. The continual loosening of header bolts and the resulting blown out gaskets and annoying exhaust leaks are often ongoing reminders. For years the best methods for retaining header bolts have been lock washers, internal and external star washers, and safety wire. Recently, three new retaining systems have come to hot rodders’ rescue.
One system utilizes bolts with grooves around the head, separate locks and retaining clips. This system would work well on a hoodless roadster, but it presents a real challenge when you get to the left rear exhaust port bolts on your power-brake-equipped muscle car. Read the rest of this entry »
Bumper Dragging Wheelie On 10.5 Tires!
August 10th, 2010
This is one of our favorite videos. You have to wonder if the wheelie caught the driver by surprise, or was he expecting it? Either way you have to give it up to Dennis Wile for putting it on the rear bumper and then finishing the run on the 1/8th mile track at Irwindale, CA. Click the “More” button below to see the entire video.
Metal Shaping A Welded Part – Without Splitting it!
August 9th, 2010
Anybody who has ever tried to shape a MIG or TIG welded part knows the joys of splitting the metal at the seam. Well, see how an experienced metal shaper, Ken White welds these two pieces of aluminum together, then shapes it to his hearts content.
The secret is a simple oxy-acetylene torch weld that can handle “shaping abuse”. Five minutes of gas welding followed by another five minutes of heavy-duty metal shaping to demonstrate weld strength by master metalman Kent White. Click “More” to see the whole video.
Deucenberg – Winner of the 2009 Don Ridler Memorial Award
August 9th, 2010
It took a little time for Henry Ford to focus on style, not just practicality, but when he did, it was poured on by the bucket load. The simple styling differences between the 1929-31 Model A and the ‘32 Ford are relatively minor, but those changes gave a whole new sense of style to Ford cars.
First NHRA National Event From 1955
August 9th, 2010
Rare, historic footage of the first ever NHRA national event in 1955, taken before the event was rained out. The footage includes cars campaigned by Art Chrisman, Art Arfons, Edelbrock, Offenhauser, and other legends of racing. Click read more to see video!
45th Annual Big Three Parts Exchange – OVER 100 PHOTOS!
August 6th, 2010
A few weeks before the event that has become known as the Big 3 Swap Meet, I got a phone call from a friend and coworker. He explained that he was at work right then, too, and he was trying to log on to the Big 3’s website to get the exact hours of operation for the swap meet, but the server kept blocking him from accessing the site. He surmised that every time he typed “Big3PartsExchange.com” into his browser it would read it as Big3PartSexChange.com and would block it. After I stopped laughing, I went on the site and got the hours for him. But I figured that the story was too funny not to share with all of you. Read the rest of this entry »
Sweet Handling Sled – No Limit Engineering Road Glide IFS
August 6th, 2010
There is little doubt that the early-‘50s Chevy sedans have become much sought after rides. They have classic lines, enough room inside for a bunch of friends, and are very cool in their own right. On the downside, some of the other things that they have are a barely adequate suspension system, sub par brakes and loose steering. In keeping with the increasing popularity of these cars, companies like No Limit Engineering have been busy designing updated suspension systems for them. Read the rest of this entry »
Australian Burnout Contest Are Nuts…
August 5th, 2010
Our pals are constantly filling up out inbox with links to cool stuff they find on the internet. This Australian burnout contest footage was too cool not to share. Things really don’t get going until about 27 seconds in… Click “Read More” to see the video!
SEPTEMBER ISSUE ON SALE 7/13/2010
