"Black Dahlia"
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tfeverfred
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New. Like, new from Speedway Motors.
tfeverfred
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You better freakin' believe it! They're usually sold out and on back order for MONTHS! Tuesday night, I was on Speedways website and decided to check it out. BINGO! JACKPOT! And get this, it's $50 cheaper than Superbells cast axle!
Speedway Forged 4 Inch Drop I-Beam Front Axle, Plain, Drilled
tfeverfred
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"It's just a hunk of metal with holes drilled in it." That was told to me by a friend who's into muscle cars. He was right. That's all it is........to him and a lot of others. But that drilled axle will play a huge part in the theme of my build. As my build progresses, I'll reveal where it's headed. But here's a couple hints. Muroc and El Mirage. When the wish bones and assorted hardware arrive, which is going to be sooner than I thought, this build is really going to take off.
tfeverfred
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But YOU would have known it's there.And that's what counts.
Well that, and being able to afford one...LOL
old round fart
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I would like to do Bonneville again too. I went in '89. Got friends that had the C/CR record for a couple of years. If they are still going out there we may get you a ride.
Indycars
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That would be so cool!!!!
I guess you mean as a passenger, not a driver. I plan on taking $500-$1000
just encase a driving opportunity would present itself. I'm planning on the
August 13-19 meet when it's a whole week long, where September is just
3 days.
Any suggestions or insights???
fletcherson
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Wow! The salt flats.... That's a cool goal. I just hope for a paved secondary road with no traffic and a sunny day! Lol... I need to readjust the "bar" so to speak. Thanks for the hope!
tfeverfred
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The "bones" arrive tomorrow! Thanks, Uncle Sam!
I have also been reminded that there is a fairly well known '36 Convertible named, you guessed it, "Black Dahlia". Not wanting to step on any toes, I'm changing the name of my T. When I come up with something, I'll pass it on.
I have also been reminded that there is a fairly well known '36 Convertible named, you guessed it, "Black Dahlia". Not wanting to step on any toes, I'm changing the name of my T. When I come up with something, I'll pass it on.
tfeverfred
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So, my split bones arrived and I wasted no time checking for fitment. Next, I'll get the spring shackles, shackles, and brackets to mount the bones to the frame. Once I have the pivots and shackles, I'll measure for the spring. The bolts are polished stainless steel, to and a little bling. I'm also going with a chrome spring, when that time arrives.
One piece at a time and a ton of planning in between.
One piece at a time and a ton of planning in between.
one finger john
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Will you be drilling dem bones also?
John
John
tfeverfred
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tfeverfred
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Nope. If this car was a "summer time" ride.... maybe. But for a car I plan on using and abusing on a daily basis, I think the holes would weaken them.
