Coadster32 793 #26 Posted July 28, 2010 So I'm working on "tidying up" a bit... Definatly the right place to start. Good luck on the build. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flex 0 #27 Posted July 30, 2010 nice dodge that will look cool when it's done :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W9JAB 156 #28 Posted September 23, 2010 :USA: still looking for an update :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #29 Posted November 3, 2010 Not much progress yet, still working on the garage... Been slowly gathering parts for the Dodge inbetween construction projects... Got these vintage Edelbrock valve covers... Who in their right mind would use something this cool as "masking" for the rocker arms? They will clean up nice though. I'm going to bead blast them and polish the tops of the ribs and Edelbrock script... And, the best part... A Offenhauser 3x2 intake... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #30 Posted November 4, 2010 Bell, Had a few sets of Micky Thompson rocker covers like that before Edelbrock bought'em out, vintage- vintage! Use cork gaskets or they'll leak! Six Pac Offy is cool touch! Trip Holley's I'am sure! Shaker? Can't wait to see more!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #31 Posted June 21, 2011 I ended up getting a '64 ford f-100 front axle that matches the bolt pattern on the new wheels... 20" steel, Dodge Ram spares. In the past couple months, I somehow managed to get the new axles/ wheels and tires under it for a little motivation... Been REALLY busy around here. It's now in the shop and the build is in full swing.... I'm on vacation until Monday! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #32 Posted June 21, 2011 My garage floor is FAR from flat and level, so today I built a frame table. Perfectly level, flat and square! Starting on the frame in the morning!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #33 Posted June 21, 2011 Wow This is goin'a get good... I can tell ! Glad you came back to share this with us! I can't wait!!! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,012 #34 Posted June 21, 2011 Looking good Jon. Cheers ~Duke :WRS: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #35 Posted June 21, 2011 Nice work Jon! Keep the pics coming! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorts 182 #36 Posted June 22, 2011 awsome project, suggestion, you may want to make provisions on your frame table to attach an axle and hitch for mobility when this project is done so that it is easy to move around until the next project, nothing fancy just some rollers and a drawbar :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redbirdman 7 #37 Posted June 23, 2011 Momma drags me off to "Barnes and Noble" everytime we go to 'Outback'.....or out for breakfast ..........and everytime I get there I read the different issues of "RAT ROD" magazines........... if only I was a little younger...hmmmmmm what bothers me is when I was young the rat rods were just a joke....like rat bikes! Now that every rich yuppy can just go and buy a finished fake 'hot-rod' the Rat Rods really seem to have a great appeal. I want one waaaaa ed :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse'n Around 22 #38 Posted June 23, 2011 I want one waaaaa ed Ed, Knowing you, I have a feeling that you would probably figure out a way to shoehorn a Rolls Royce Merlin in it if you got one That would be a thing of beauty, I can hear it now, a screaming Merlin is like sweet music to my ears !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #39 Posted June 23, 2011 Thanks fellas! I cut the table back apart and put it on the trailer. It will go back behind dad's barn until I get the urge to build another one... Well, I spent the day cutting, grinding and welding... and every muscle in my body hurts, but I think it was worth the effort. The frame is basically done. I just tacked the crossmembers, as I'm sure they'll need to be moved a bit, and I'm going to fishplate the joints.... But, it's done enough to get on with mounting the body, engine placement, etc. Just before I cut it loose from the table... Ready for axles and mockup suspension... (already in progress) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorts 182 #40 Posted June 23, 2011 :WRS: progress is looking good, now for the smaller brackets that take so much time and effort. I sure wish my shop was as clean and organized as yours :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #41 Posted June 24, 2011 Thanks! It's a roller again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #42 Posted June 24, 2011 Bell, that thing is "Sweet" !!! Was wondering if you were goin'a channel this cage! And you did got the stance ohhh so right ! Luv that dumped in da' weeds look! This Roast is goin'a be azz bad as you want it to be! You have a great start Keep the pic's commin' man! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #43 Posted June 24, 2011 Thanks Bud! I forgot to mention that there is another 6" of uptravel in the rear suspension.... When I air out the bags, the rocker panels will be 1/4" off the pavement. The frame (or the titanium drag blocks, rather) will be sitting on the ground! I can't wait to "air it out" going down the highway..... :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #44 Posted June 29, 2011 Round hood junkie, You can blow the bags and throw sparks! How 'bout some specks on that 400 ci? You runnin' a stick or 727 , 8 3/4 or dana? I need a powertrain fix!!! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #45 Posted June 30, 2011 For now, the 400 is going to stay stock... I'm going to put the 2bbl carb and intake back on, just to get it going. I'll be running a 727, unless I find a good deal on a 4-speed. Usable Mopar 4-speeds are going for $1000+ right now, so that's probably not gonna happen. When I break the car down for paint and final assembly, I'll freshen the engine up and slide in a Thumpr cam and put the Offy intake with Rochester 2G's on. If it runs good, I'll probably just put in new gaskets, Thumpr cam and the 3x2 intake and carbs. That's the plan as of now... subject to change though. If only I could get my buddy to let go of the FRESH, NEVER RAN 392 Hemi that he's been saving since the late 60's.... He has a BRAND NEW Offy (4 2barrel) intake and 4 BRAND NEW Strombergs for it.... :woohoo: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #46 Posted July 1, 2011 Wow a vintage 392, w/stromburg 97's on an Offy !!!! Talk about visual stimulation ! Keep workin' on him.... you need that mill !!!! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #47 Posted July 6, 2011 I whittled some mounts out of 3/16" plate... And, the rest is pretty self-explanitory.... I ordered heim joints, spacers and tube adapters for the front suspension (quarter-elliptical)... They should be here for the weekend! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #48 Posted July 6, 2011 Bell, Wishbones or single radius bars? I'am diggin' that Offy triple (can't say no to a six pac)! Good stuff man! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #49 Posted July 20, 2011 Bud, neither!!! I built a quarter elliptical leaf set up. I like to be different! Thanks for the kind words! I'll add some gussets and do a little trimming when I break it down for finish welding/ paint. It took me awhile to figure out the front suspension mounts... I ended up making a cross-section (drawing) of the I beam and made all of my brackets off of that. The mount goes all the way around the beam and ties back into itself on the other side. Probably overkill, but I know it will be good. Half of the original DB front leaf packs... I had to add another leaf to get a slight positive arch. The DB supporting itself once again... As I said before, I'll be trimming up the mounts/ brackets and adding a few gussets when I blow it apart for finish work. ON TO THE DRIVESHAFT TUNNEL!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #50 Posted July 22, 2011 Of course I had to chop the grille shell and play around with the headlights a bit... Not sure which one I like better, the high mount lights.... or the low mount. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
