Pictures of "Yester-Year"

I want to share a couple of my favorite pictures from last year...so lets do it! -

Stock and chop....4 Banger and all! Nice.

A shoebox and Hines... SWEET!

Chopped, shaved and nosed 40's Hudson. Awesome! Compared to a Mercury...I think I might just go this route first. Why not DARE to be Different? Cool!

An awesome blend of cars. The boys w/ thier toys having a great time; and believe me, it was a great time at that event!

Come to "The Lot!"

Introducing one of the coolest little mags that I have seen in a long time.

Inspired by Tradition and the Passion for the Cars, Hobby and Lifestyle; Rob Payne, aka: "HellboundGasser", with his heart and soul, finally put together the 1st inagural issue of "The Lot" Magazine. As you grace the pages, you can feel the past coming to life; as it's seen through our eyes today.

Its not for the "reading" type, but a grand example of a cool "picture" led magazine, that captures today's latest ideas, rides and past examples of what roamed our gone/but not forgotten drag strips and roads.

You NEED to add this to your library! It's truly a "solid" conversation piece!

Rob...Two thumbs up, your hard work has paid off and I cant wait for the 2nd issue. (though I with the 55' would have graced the pages of the first one, anyways - put me down on your subscription list!)

Congratulations!

For more information or to order, email: straycatec@hotmail.com

The magazines cost: A measly $5 + shipping.

What are you waiting for?

Traditional Roadster For Sale! WOW!

This has just come up for sale; A 1931 Model A Roadster! I'm fully amazed at the detail and whole Traditional look this car has. Amazing craftmanship and definitely worth every penny its being offered for. $18,000.00

If you want something to get in an go...this is the ticket...and be careful, you might get a few of them too when your behind the wheel.

Here is some info on the car:

1932 american stamping rails with stock model a front and rear crossmembers. 1961 Buick 401 Nailhead, Muncie 4 speed, Bendsten bellhousing, 9" with 4.73 Posi, Offenhauser 3x2 intake with correct carb bases and progressive linkage. 40 front rims 450-475 16 and 700.16 on the rear. Chopped 2" 1932 upper stantions, 2" chopp Deluxe windshield. Guide headlights, f1 steering 40 front brakes, Buick drums, etc. Stewart Warner gauges ,etc. Runs strong and aint scared of smokey burnouts. yeah it sucks but I gotta do it.Please no tire kickers, just something fast and easy, this is a hot rod not a street rod or whatever you want to call it.

Contact Info: ~ Rusty (Dirty's Hot Rods & Speed Shop) 214-537-7423

Good Luck on the Sale, and Congratulations to the new owner, whom ever that may be!

Metal Planetary Ring Roller

What the! Yep, another HF tool. You can use this to make cool rings or arches for your custom projects. I use 1/4 to 1/2 'Hot Roll' round stock like our "Custom Fathers" did in the old days. Rolling metal for custom headlight rings, panel reformation. For many years, I have by-passed this tool for the price, but now, its affortable and I'm jumping on the bandwagon of savings. For $59.99, why not? Check it out!

Harbor Freight #36790

MAKE METAL WHEELS AND RINGS! High quality, precision machined roller forms rings out of hot rolled flat stock. Metal sizes up to 3/16'' x 1'' and up to 1/4'' round. Create rings from 3'' diameter to as large as you need. All surfaces are heat-treated and hardened for long life. Create chandeliers, plant holders, ornamental iron work and more.
Handle: 13-1/2'' long
Weight: 13-1/4 lbs.

Just a side note to the Ignorant: There are some people in the metal community who think those who use HF tools are unqualified, time wasting, metal bangers. Its sad that folks out there dont offer praise to them, but rather cut them down at the knees...spitting "Amateur wanna-be!" We "bottom feeders" are learning and working metal to achieve in our project what we dream of. Customs, metal working, wood working or even lawn cutting doesnt make you a professional w/ a $5000 tool.

Those who think that, I feel sorry for you or then, maybe I don't. Come to the real world and see what REAL people do...It just might amaze you.

There is nothing worst than a "Knee-chopper" at a show. I have seen people do that in front of cars with the owners present. Makes you want to pop them right in the mouth.

FOR SALE: 1956 Mercury 2-Door Hard Top

Im selling a complete 1956 Mercury, 2-door Hard Top. A great candidate for chopping and making a complete custom. Has alot of rust issues. Will need patches and alot of love. Its a complete car. I also have a clear title. $2000 obo or trade for $$$ and Banger/Flathead speed parts or Model A coupe/Roadster body. It can almost be considered as "Parts Car" Status.

Email me at chopped50ford@yahoo.com if interested.