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    Anybody build 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder rat rods?

    Pics I need help! Instead of allowing me to post pics from my computer photos it asks for an url. I am a technophobe and don’t have a clue how to get pics on here!
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    Anybody build 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder rat rods?

    My ‘36 Chevy pickup I bought this truck running and driving almost 18 years ago with a 283 and powerglide. When the 283 turned out to not be as advertised I found a 350/350 combo. I was getting 6-10 mpg on non-ethanol premium with a 3.90 rear and 31” tires at 2950 lbs. The 350 was...
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    Glass

    I’ve used Auto Glassics in Springfield, Oregon and give the owner high marks. Apparently he used to work at the other shop here in Oregon but now operates from his shop on his property. Both sell on eBay. So if you look up glass for your rod you’ll probably get listings posted by both of them.
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    cowl vent weld up or repair?

    Keep the cowl vent Love to open my cowl vent on hot days!
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    Candy on bare metal?

    I read up and ended up going with a product I found highly recommended called Gibbs metal protectant. Apparently Sharkhide and others contain some silicone and must be completely removed if you change your mind and paint someday. Gibbs has no silicone and some high end shops reportedly prime...
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    So how long do you guys keep your Rat rods???

    I don't have the patience or skills for a full build. I bought mine running and have changed almost everything a bit a t a time over 9 years. I can stick with this one the rest of my life, lots of things to do. It's not on the market but I suppose there is always a chance of an offer I wouldn't...
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    Opinion Time

    I never get tired of flat black, but prefer my primer gray. It stands out a bit and it is a little cooler on a sunny day. As a southerner I was taught by an uncle who sold cars. We were on the lot one day and there were rows of vehicles that had been baking in the sun all day. You could really...
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    pictures of rat rod motorhomes wanted

    Great thread! I have always wanted an old short school bus. I have seen several turned into street rod RV's and tailgating rigs. I also like the Divco milk trucks and old step-vans. I drive a '36 Chevy ratrod pickup and started taking my granddaughter to shows when she was 2. It's almost 9 years...
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