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  1. rowens55

    Hot rod word orgin

    Ok, now that is an explanation that at least makes some sense. Thanks
  2. rowens55

    To patch or replace frame crossmember?

    I had my engine out and suspension removed before supporting the inner fenders with upright and flat 2x4s. I then removed the two fender bolts closest to the core support and made a rod with a washer welded to each end and tied both fenders together. I then removed the core support, rad mount...
  3. rowens55

    Hot rod word orgin

    I have no doubt that it was used, I just can't get my head around how or why. After reading the link posted above I still don't quit get the term. All I said was it sounds like nonsense. And I still don't get that "opium" reference. I must be more dense than even my wife thinks. Oh well....
  4. rowens55

    To patch or replace frame crossmember?

    I did my cross member with a goodell piece and it fit like a glove! All the mounting points for the suspension were perfect. I used a cut off wheel, saws all and a dremel tool to cut the old one out. Never done anything like that before and was much easier than anticipated. I would recommend...
  5. rowens55

    Hot rod word orgin

    How do you apply "opium" to an "early car"? Very little of that "definition" makes sense to me. "Gow (as in cow) job" sounds like nonsense!
  6. rowens55

    More KiWi flatheads

    I was going to say "lucky man!" Then I thought, wow, a lot of work and dedication in that collection!! Fantastic!! Wonder if he wants to adopt another old kid?
  7. rowens55

    Americarna

    but refused my offer of help, actually looked down his nose at my 'lowly' Ford , pompous *****! I agree. His loss...
  8. rowens55

    What would you pick?

    34pickup, I'm right there as well. Only 3 huh?!? 1. My 55CV on a 2018 mustang KR chassis 2. My 55CV bone stock 100pt restored 3. My 55CV just as she sits now. As a hot rod! Yup you guessed it, she's the only car I plan on dying with!
  9. rowens55

    cabriolet vs cabernet

    Hahahahahahaha.....breath.....hahahahaha!!!!
  10. rowens55

    cabriolet vs cabernet

    Have you checked the ad for a miss-print?
  11. rowens55

    47 merc apology

    Richard is a TV show host/star. He does what he does and he does it well. No worries for his mention in my book like him or no.
  12. rowens55

    Slang-feel free to add

    Towering inferno: holly T-pot carb..
  13. rowens55

    Two-Door Ford and Mercury Wagons

    Kultulz, OMG! That little "bug" thing movin around at the bottom of your post..!!??!!...what the H#*L is that?!?!? I tried to KILL IT TWICE before I realized it wasent "on" my screen...it was "in" it...
  14. rowens55

    Overdrive deck lid emblem placement

    thanks Rev, I appreciate that. With the T-5 in and the fordo out, the emblem swap seems appropriate.
  15. rowens55

    Overdrive deck lid emblem placement

    Does anyone here know if a overdrive deck lid emblems pins will fit the deck lid pin holes for the fordomatic emblem on a 55 Fairlane? Thanks for any help.
  16. rowens55

    Remember When??

    Yes sir they are but under new management (again). Still looks the same just a little more run down. Graduated Rio Linda High 1971. Haven't had one in a while...
  17. rowens55

    My new Y-block

    Has anyone ever put a pusher fan on a 55? If so, how do you like it? A part number?? There are many on the internet, too many. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
  18. rowens55

    My new Y-block

    Oh, and the green....my family will tell you I'm a quarter bubble off plumb so...just because.....is the best I got.
  19. rowens55

    My new Y-block

    KULTULZ, it's a date Code 1957 312 sleeved down to a stock 292 bore. stock 312 crank and rods. 10.5:1 forged domed probe (Mummert) pistons. Clay Smith 292S cam. Mummert 4v dual plane aluminum intake with a edelbrock 600. I bought the engine as a abandoned project a couple years ago. The headers...
  20. rowens55

    My new Y-block

    Thanks Sal. Since the sale of those fell through I have decided to keep em and someday put em on. At least to see how she runs with em. Gotta get her up n runnin first as is.
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