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    air bag front straight axle

    anybody got design ideas or pics? I saw the Gas Monkey design on their 31 and thought it was really slick.
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    improving mpg theories?

    So I been looking at some websites with the same idea we have all been pondering from time to time.I seen one guy who claims that 2oz. of pure acetone to every 10 gal. of gas,improves his MPG by 10!! Wonder if this is true and if so,what are the side effects? I also seen the hydrogen kit to...
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    Front Axle Width?

    Building a 42 Ford fenderless truck.What width are most of you guys using for aftermarket axles?Gonna purchase a dropped I-Beam soon.
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    S-10 tranny strength

    Great info! thx
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    400 HP / 350 recipe?

    Can someone with experience give me some pointers on a 400 HP recipe for a 350? I have a few must haves.A tunnel ram with two small four barrels and I would like to try one of the new Thumpr cams.I am trying to build a healthy street motor with a strong lope and still have low end power.Any...
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    What width axle for 42 Truck?

    I am getting ready to purchase an axle for my 42 fenderless Ford truck and was wondering what width might be best? My tires will measure 26" overall height.
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    Rubber Cab/Body Mounts

    Are you guys using rubber body mounting pads or just bolting to the frame?
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    S-10 tranny strength

    I have a 5-spd. tranny and 55-57 Chev. car rearend that I plan to use behind a motor with approx 400 HP.Cheater slicks for tires.Anyone got an idea if this running gear will take the abuse?
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    Patch panels ?

    I have looked at Drake but not Bitchin.
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    Patch panels ?

    Anyone know where I can find cowl repair panels for a 40 Ford truck? I can find all the other steel except these pieces.
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    DeSoto Hemi

    My uncle just picked up an old Desoto Hemi.Anyone know if these are worth anything? I havent seen many.
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    Texas newbie

    Hey I am from Warren thats close to Beaumont.Anyway bout to get started on a fenderless 40 Ford truck.I have a rearend out of 57 chevy car,small block chevy and part of another cab for the chop.Got a bed also but probably fab a short one.My whole family has restored cars since I was a kid and so...
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