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  1. willierat

    engine mounts?

    Anyone have an idea of what I can use to fab up some engine mounts for a Ford 302? I'd like to get what I need from one of the local parts stores other than the metal of course. What would make a good bushing for absorbing the vibration? Thanks!
  2. willierat

    driveline angle?

    I've read that the driveline angle should be 3 degrees. I have a Ford 302, if I put it in the frame with the intake level will this give me the proper angle? Also when setting up the rearend should I set the angle of the pinion then install my brackets so that the angle is set or use the...
  3. willierat

    frame table pics?

    Anyone have some good frame table/jig pictures?
  4. willierat

    what brakes?

    Ok so I know nothing... Will the drum brakes on my 1970 ford truck work on my 30s axle? It has drums with none of the other parts like the backing plates on it now. Also looks like some kind of aluminum spacers. The bolt pattern is also 5 on 4 3/4 GM? If the 70' brakes will not work what would?
  5. willierat

    coilover help

    How do you determine coilover mounting length? For instance if the compressed length is 9in and the extended length is 13in, how far apart would the mounting locations be?
  6. willierat

    rear suspension ideas

    Think I would like to have a triangulated four bar rear suspension. Would this work ok with the short bed I plan to run( maybe 48 to 54 in from cab to tailgate)? Also would this be the cheapest way? I'm open to anything as long as it will drive decent and I would like to "Dawg it" everyonce in...
  7. willierat

    painted my helmet....

    The flying eye kinda sucks but I think I did ok on Rat Fink.
  8. willierat

    51 Willys

    Here is my 1st project, any advice welcomed!
  9. willierat

    rat rod rookie

    Hey Ya'll, After collecting tools for years and not doing anything with them I've finally started a project. I have a 51 Willys truck that I have destroyed...eerrrr I mean began to customize. Look forward to your advice! Later
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