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Hunnert Car Pileup 2010 in Decatur, IL!


As you know, we had a lot of problems with the Hunnert Car Pileup last year. The problems were a long time coming and we’re lucky they didn’t happen sooner and no one was seriously hurt. These events forced us to think long and hard about what the Pileup is, where it’s going, and where itsContinue reading “Hunnert Car Pileup 2010 in Decatur, IL!”

Bessel Blocks are now offered at www.Strokerkits.com


                              StrokerKits.com Is Now Offering Bessel Shortblocks  Product Description Bessel Ford 460 Engine Block – 545 or 557 Stroker – $4100.00 Bessel Ford FE 390 Engine Block – 445 Stroker – $4100.00 Bessel Ford 302 Engine Block – 331 or 347 Stroker – $3400.00 add AFR 185 heads $1400.00Continue reading “Bessel Blocks are now offered at www.Strokerkits.com”

42nd Annual Model T Swap Meet


The BIGGEST single-day swap meet in the Midwest returns to Gateway International raceway! Sunday April 25, 2010 6AM – 4PM Rain or Shine

Hot Rod Glossary


Aftermarket: Source of parts made by companies other than the original manufacturer. In the hot rod and custom world, the term is used to refer to the many companies that manufacture parts specifically for hot rods and custom cars. Alky: alcohol fuel for racing. aka; methyl alcohol or methanol, a very high-octane fuel.Ardun heads: CreatedContinue reading “Hot Rod Glossary”

Power Steering Hoses


Finally got  my power steering hoses done. I found a local guy that did them for around $160.00 dollars, but  I did re-use my ends. Hopefully I will get the radiator back soon and we can button up everything.

Its Been A While


Since the last time I checked in here we have been very busy. We have stared the re-wiring of the car, installed the new heater / AC set up from Southern Air. We installed a new electric windshield wiper motor from Newport engineering. We shaved the doors and the trunk and installed new solenoids. WeContinue reading “Its Been A While”