General Car Talk

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

heres one to test your brain cells http://www.americantorque.com/game/car-show-50s/ I got 86% - some of those stodgy ol dodgeys kicked my butt

fatchuk · fatchuk

Not sure I have done this right but if not maybe Harry can fix it up or not.. I had a correspondence with brother "Molten" (Shawn) who happens to have a foundry and has the ability to make aluminum car plaques ..I would really like to have a plaque for my car ..Anybody else that would be interes...

sasquatch · sasquatch

See a couple of inline fans here who may find this interesting: 230 cu in chev inline produces 460 hp running "3" Holley 660 cfm carbs! (This is a race engine, not a street version .) htpp://12bolt.com/inline_6_articles A light street rod with an inline can be reasonable build and fairly q...

JPB · JPB

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3g1mObqhgE

Sacotu · Sacotu

fired up the beast and made a mess of the back yard but i wanted it out of the back yard before the thaw. made that mistake one year, wont do it again. it can stay in the front drive till the road are clear. the front bumper is off because bill at bills truck is trying to get a copy of the filler panel made. canad...

77

http://youtu.be/56u07rpwbEA man no wonder Robert Culp was so pi ss ed in the movie Hot Rod . ha ha ..77.

oldkoot · oldkoot

http://seeclickfix.com/issues/434234-abandoned-vehicle

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I was looking on Kijiji and saw what was called a Studefaker ,ElCamino converson kit equiped car.That got me thinking about what else is out here in fiberglas or whatever.I saw one kit that converts the front of a pickup into a 60-66 chev and another clip to convert chev pickup to a 52 style.I think we hav...

33 fuel · 33 fuel

Street Shaker for April . For streetrods outside of the box . Thanks Chuck Varanis and Jeff Norwell for the cool write up and the Killer jacket

fatstax · fatstax

as we all know injuries tend to go with custom fabbing and the such, well i cut about 1/4 into the tip of my finger with a zip cut yesterday, kinda slipped fumbled i guess and my finger met the still spinning blade. now they dont just cut, they burn as well, nice and painful too. no doubt most of you have inj...

hemi43 · hemi43

One similar in the classified for sale, so I thought I would post these pics of one restored. This was at the Syracuse Nats for the past 3-4 years.

77

Does any one deal with auto dynamics in beamsville ..77.

dualquadpete · dualquadpete

After a 2hr.+ drive to go & see this vehicle that both parties[ me & him] were going to trade on, was 'really dissapointed!! Car was described as being really good & appr. at $22000+!! On taking the cover off, I notice that the right side door & vent window are cracked,mentioned thi...

Furtrader · Furtrader

I took a vertical cd rack and pulled all the plastic velvety cd holder slots out and painted it dark inside. I printed Mels Drive-in from the movie, a 1950s car lot, gas station and billboard as well as American Graffiti for the center. I have diecasts of the '56 T-Bird (with the waitress figure), '32 Due...

fatchuk · fatchuk

don't forget Dad this year...to my sons... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tR-iDNsq388

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

I am looking for a souce for a good metal filler epoxy for some head porting i am doing Need to fill a few dips and dives in the intake ports. I know about Devcon and JB weld , but neither are known for any kinda longevity Anyone got a source or product that would suit? thanks

hemikev · hemikev

Hey guys , this things been hangin down stairs for about 3 yrs now ,, what car is it from... its not the very best of shape , chrome s not the best , good for ratter or patina look .

Ragtop · Ragtop

Many of you have read the story of the "T Bird Deuce" in Canadian Hot Rods or Old Autos or maybe heard of it at one of the other websites. John Willoughby was the fourth owner of this car and he contacted me through Jim Prowse because he was looking for the car and Jim knew the car had been in WIndso...

sasquatch · sasquatch

http://www.varietyvideosllc.com/about2.html Ernie Adams, talented guy!!

MotorsportsOne · MotorsportsOne

Just checking to see if anyone knows where I can find what I need. I would have liked to stick with the Dana 44 axle if I could find one, but thinking the 9" is more robust and easier to maintain or find parts for. What I would need is a fully-rebuilt 9" axle with the correct width and bolt pattern f...

slim · slim

http://www.canadianrodder.com/forum/showthread.php?p=179527&posted=1

Ragtop · Ragtop

Just read Poncho62's post about his old '55 Chevy and started thinking this would be a cool topic for a lot of our members. Most of my old Hot Rods have gone to the States but a few are probably still lurking around Ontario. My first actual pre 48 Hot Rod was this T bucket back in '72. I saw it at the Barrie Swap...

Sacotu · Sacotu

i'm getting cabin fever i gotta get out.

fatchuk · fatchuk

Cat rod.................huge ball on the trailer hitch .. Friend sent these to me..thought this would a good place to share.. [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/a...

30sx · 30sx

just wondering if any body knows a hotrodder that i beleive is from ont. that had/ has a 48 ford coupe, it was dark burgandy and sat on a s10, frame ,he was on c.r. at some point, just wondering if he did a build thread

oldkoot · oldkoot

You may or may-not know all tires have a date of manufacture molded into the sidewall of the tire. The accepted policy is that any tire over 5 years old should be replaced due to the potential of the tire rotting,cracking or splitting. In my case the tires are 8 years old, still over 8/32 tread remainin...

invision · invision

Who needs road side assistance...if you can master this trick @ 56 second in. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=cdf_1360714290 Have a great day! -- Edited by invision on Thursday 14th of February 2013 10:35:50 AM

JPB · JPB

http://www.flickr.com/photos/76993172@N06/sets/72157632809237035/show/

Ragtop · Ragtop

Anyone know of a very small alternator that could be used on a HotRod and tucked in tight where it's not too visable? I'd prefer one with a built in regulator and maybe a one wire deal. My buddy has one on his Willys that he got from a circle track guy but nobody knows what it was made for. Some small off shore c...

poncho62 · poncho62

http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/news/editors-picks/champion-barn-find-long-lost-32-ford-was-drag-racing-star?et_mid=594539&rid=3400297

Lightspeed Mike · Lightspeed Mike

Got a letter in the mail today stating that this will be the last year for Stirling flea market. They have lost the use of the land around for parking and figured it's just not going to work there anymore. They have decided to move the show to Lindsay fairgrounds. This is a real bummer for me as I have vended...

poncho62 · poncho62

If you want to discuss NASCAR or ask questions about the NASCAR pool that I am hosting, you can ask it here Should be an interesting season this year...lets hope there is another new champion again this year

Gearhead · Gearhead

Any time I've scrapped a car, I've had the ownership to turn in. I was going to look at a parts truck, but it has no ownership. I only want parts but I also dont want to be stuck with a carcass I cant get rid of. Has anyone been able to turn in a vehicle without an ownership?

JPB · JPB

Here is Kenny Bakers 'Long Roof' in a performance pose!

Not sure when this was taken.

fatstax · fatstax

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=c7a_1361216037&p=1

hemi43 · hemi43

I guess if I lived in Japan, I'd be collecting stamps. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=968_1360879200

77

http://youtu.be/McG-ZHBy8wk

poncho62 · poncho62

Now that we have a bunch of members from all over the province, I would like to ask if anyone has seen the 55 Chevy that I sold in 1993?...I sold it then to a guy who said he lived in Toronto. I saw it a year later at a car lot in Bolton.....and came accross it once again at a rural residence near Caledon...Maybe...

atomsplitter · atomsplitter

The MOE and OPP had a little checkpoint set up in Ajax at about 1:30 pm. They were located on the ramp to East bound 401 and had a delivery truck and a little Honda pulled over. No hot rods to be seen!

Grumpy · Grumpy

Any Help In Finding Them Would Be Great. I Think Their From Oshawa. Thanks Grumpy

sasquatch · sasquatch

http://oldcarandtruckpictures.com A big site with quite a bit of info, and great pics. -- Edited by poncho62 on Saturday 16th of February 2013 08:41:07 PM

Modfather · Modfather

Ok I need help from the Mopar guys. I was at a funeral of all places when a friends buddy approached me and we started talking cars. Turns out he has what is supposed to be a very rare 67 GTX Hemi from California. It has 17 thousand originals mile on it and was found in a aircraft hanger. This guy has owned the c...

427CARL · 427CARL

I was looking at a car advertised on Kijiji The car is licenced, and has been last 10 years.. looks like it might have been a race car in the past The car has no heater or defroster in the car (nothing) Will that be a issue??

hemi43 · hemi43

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=42c_1360796475

hemi43 · hemi43

I just heard about this today, but it seems that if we (Canadians) drive in the State of Florida, we will be required to have an enhanced driver's license. Apparently this law came into effect January 1st of this year. I find it odd that the State of Florida would hassle Canadians driving in their State c...

Chris58 · Chris58

There was a recent thread here that someone posted a picture of some old spark plugs. Reminded me of these little buggers that a neighbour gave me for doing him a favour. Maybe some of the older members can shed a little light on these?

poncho62 · poncho62

Saw this on another site http://issuu.com/hoknik/docs/garage-shots-ver1/1

Dave Scott · Dave Scott

OK folks, my first actuall post asking a forum relevant question, lol, be gentle! My friend in Edinburgh has just imported this: It has a 65 Corvette engine with Edelbrock intake. Aparently this means it has no heater as the heat is normally taken from the intake manifold. Is this correct? If so, how d...

oldkoot · oldkoot

Has anyone seen a Fisher Body logo like this before? I've spent hours searching the net and haven't seen another like it. -- Edited by oldkoot on Thursday 7th of February 2013 05:18:13 PM

Rochie · Rochie

Here's a video from the Old Motor website http://vimeo.com/59267134

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	knowledge test (Preview) heres one to test your brain cells http://www.americantorque.com/game/car-show-50s/ I got 86% - some of those stodgy ol dodgeys kicked my butt	Seeker1056	34	1687	Mar 11, 2013 by carta
	Car plaques....What does everyone think about having some made..For Ont Rodders (Preview) Not sure I have done this right but if not maybe Harry can fix it up or not.. I had a correspondence with brother "Molten" (Shawn) who happens to have a foundry and has the ability to make aluminum car plaques ..I would really like to have a plaque for my car ..Anybody else that would be interes...	fatchuk	49	1992	Mar 11, 2013 by janies dirty 37
	"Old School" still makes HP. (Preview) See a couple of inline fans here who may find this interesting: 230 cu in chev inline produces 460 hp running "3" Holley 660 cfm carbs! (This is a race engine, not a street version .) htpp://12bolt.com/inline_6_articles A light street rod with an inline can be reasonable build and fairly q...	sasquatch	17	1708	Mar 10, 2013 by sasquatch
	Got this today,its been presented in the house. (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3g1mObqhgE	JPB	15	1248	Mar 9, 2013 by Keeper
	getting ready for spring (Preview) fired up the beast and made a mess of the back yard but i wanted it out of the back yard before the thaw. made that mistake one year, wont do it again. it can stay in the front drive till the road are clear. the front bumper is off because bill at bills truck is trying to get a copy of the filler panel made. canad...	Sacotu	18	1326	Mar 9, 2013 by Sacotu
	No Wonder (Preview) http://youtu.be/56u07rpwbEA man no wonder Robert Culp was so pi ss ed in the movie Hot Rod . ha ha ..77.	77	0	803	Mar 8, 2013 by 77
	Abandoned car?? (Preview) http://seeclickfix.com/issues/434234-abandoned-vehicle	oldkoot	10	1673	Mar 7, 2013 by dualquadpete
	Body converson kits (Preview) I was looking on Kijiji and saw what was called a Studefaker ,ElCamino converson kit equiped car.That got me thinking about what else is out here in fiberglas or whatever.I saw one kit that converts the front of a pickup into a 60-66 chev and another clip to convert chev pickup to a 52 style.I think we hav...	flatblack55delivery	35	1756	Mar 7, 2013 by atomsplitter
	My car made Streetrodder this month :) (Preview) Street Shaker for April . For streetrods outside of the box . Thanks Chuck Varanis and Jeff Norwell for the cool write up and the Killer jacket	33 fuel	17	1512	Mar 6, 2013 by shag766
	taking one for the team (Preview) as we all know injuries tend to go with custom fabbing and the such, well i cut about 1/4 into the tip of my finger with a zip cut yesterday, kinda slipped fumbled i guess and my finger met the still spinning blade. now they dont just cut, they burn as well, nice and painful too. no doubt most of you have inj...	fatstax	27	1442	Mar 5, 2013 by Chris58
	Restored vintage Dodge Motorhome (Preview) One similar in the classified for sale, so I thought I would post these pics of one restored. This was at the Syracuse Nats for the past 3-4 years.	hemi43	19	6844	Mar 3, 2013 by Canadian Poncho
	Auto dynamics (Preview) Does any one deal with auto dynamics in beamsville ..77.	77	2	1912	Mar 3, 2013 by 77
	Be Truthfull!!! (Preview) After a 2hr.+ drive to go & see this vehicle that both parties[ me & him] were going to trade on, was 'really dissapointed!! Car was described as being really good & appr. at $22000+!! On taking the cover off, I notice that the right side door & vent window are cracked,mentioned thi...	dualquadpete	19	1700	Mar 2, 2013 by shag766
	Model Cars, Diecast, Hot Wheels, etc. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I took a vertical cd rack and pulled all the plastic velvety cd holder slots out and painted it dark inside. I printed Mels Drive-in from the movie, a 1950s car lot, gas station and billboard as well as American Graffiti for the center. I have diecasts of the '56 T-Bird (with the waitress figure), '32 Due...	Furtrader	56	54128	Mar 2, 2013 by jarvis1
	For all you sons out there (Preview) don't forget Dad this year...to my sons... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tR-iDNsq388	fatchuk	12	1135	Feb 28, 2013 by Ragtop
	Metal Epoxies (Preview) I am looking for a souce for a good metal filler epoxy for some head porting i am doing Need to fill a few dips and dives in the intake ports. I know about Devcon and JB weld , but neither are known for any kinda longevity Anyone got a source or product that would suit? thanks	Seeker1056	21	3517	Feb 28, 2013 by slim
	what does this fit , (Preview) Hey guys , this things been hangin down stairs for about 3 yrs now ,, what car is it from... its not the very best of shape , chrome s not the best , good for ratter or patina look .	hemikev	5	1007	Feb 28, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	The T Bird Deuce (Preview) Many of you have read the story of the "T Bird Deuce" in Canadian Hot Rods or Old Autos or maybe heard of it at one of the other websites. John Willoughby was the fourth owner of this car and he contacted me through Jim Prowse because he was looking for the car and Jim knew the car had been in WIndso...	Ragtop	38	3714	Feb 28, 2013 by Ragtop
	Neat 49 Merc Dwarf (Preview) http://www.varietyvideosllc.com/about2.html Ernie Adams, talented guy!!	sasquatch	14	1795	Feb 27, 2013 by Jazz
	Ford 9" axle for 1954 Ford F-100 (Preview) Just checking to see if anyone knows where I can find what I need. I would have liked to stick with the Dana 44 axle if I could find one, but thinking the 9" is more robust and easier to maintain or find parts for. What I would need is a fully-rebuilt 9" axle with the correct width and bolt pattern f...	MotorsportsOne	5	2784	Feb 25, 2013 by canucktruck
	SHIPPER LOOSES CAR (Preview) http://www.canadianrodder.com/forum/showthread.php?p=179527&posted=1	slim	12	1294	Feb 24, 2013 by dualquadpete
	Anyone seen.................................... (Preview) Just read Poncho62's post about his old '55 Chevy and started thinking this would be a cool topic for a lot of our members. Most of my old Hot Rods have gone to the States but a few are probably still lurking around Ontario. My first actual pre 48 Hot Rod was this T bucket back in '72. I saw it at the Barrie Swap...	Ragtop	11	1218	Feb 24, 2013 by Ragtop
	When is hemi43 going to host another garage night (Preview) i'm getting cabin fever i gotta get out.	Sacotu	16	1285	Feb 24, 2013 by Sacotu
	Caterpillar Street Rod (Preview) Cat rod.................huge ball on the trailer hitch .. Friend sent these to me..thought this would a good place to share.. [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/a...	fatchuk	6	3431	Feb 23, 2013 by 30sx
	looking for ont. rodder (Preview) just wondering if any body knows a hotrodder that i beleive is from ont. that had/ has a 48 ford coupe, it was dark burgandy and sat on a s10, frame ,he was on c.r. at some point, just wondering if he did a build thread	30sx	12	1056	Feb 23, 2013 by 30sx
	Tire date codes (Preview) You may or may-not know all tires have a date of manufacture molded into the sidewall of the tire. The accepted policy is that any tire over 5 years old should be replaced due to the potential of the tire rotting,cracking or splitting. In my case the tires are 8 years old, still over 8/32 tread remainin...	oldkoot	7	1140	Feb 23, 2013 by Beachcat
	Arrive on time! (Preview) Who needs road side assistance...if you can master this trick @ 56 second in. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=cdf_1360714290 Have a great day! -- Edited by invision on Thursday 14th of February 2013 10:35:50 AM	invision	13	1147	Feb 22, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	Another one stolen not a race car. (Preview) http://www.flickr.com/photos/76993172@N06/sets/72157632809237035/show/	JPB	19	1710	Feb 22, 2013 by hemi43
	Tiny alternator? (Preview) Anyone know of a very small alternator that could be used on a HotRod and tucked in tight where it's not too visable? I'd prefer one with a built in regulator and maybe a one wire deal. My buddy has one on his Willys that he got from a circle track guy but nobody knows what it was made for. Some small off shore c...	Ragtop	22	4039	Feb 22, 2013 by shag766
	Barn find (Preview) http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/news/editors-picks/champion-barn-find-long-lost-32-ford-was-drag-racing-star?et_mid=594539&rid=3400297	poncho62	4	1157	Feb 21, 2013 by fatchuk
	Stirling Flea Market ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Got a letter in the mail today stating that this will be the last year for Stirling flea market. They have lost the use of the land around for parking and figured it's just not going to work there anymore. They have decided to move the show to Lindsay fairgrounds. This is a real bummer for me as I have vended...	Lightspeed Mike	63	10237	Feb 21, 2013 by 2inchestoolow
	NASCAR talk 2013 (Preview) If you want to discuss NASCAR or ask questions about the NASCAR pool that I am hosting, you can ask it here Should be an interesting season this year...lets hope there is another new champion again this year	poncho62	32	1746	Feb 21, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	Scrapping vehicles without ownerships? (Preview) Any time I've scrapped a car, I've had the ownership to turn in. I was going to look at a parts truck, but it has no ownership. I only want parts but I also dont want to be stuck with a carcass I cant get rid of. Has anyone been able to turn in a vehicle without an ownership?	Gearhead	19	11331	Feb 20, 2013 by 70 chevelle
	Something for Slab (Preview) Here is Kenny Bakers 'Long Roof' in a performance pose! Not sure when this was taken.	JPB	7	968	Feb 20, 2013 by slab
	barn found renault (Preview) http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=c7a_1361216037&p=1	fatstax	4	1108	Feb 19, 2013 by hemi43
	Japanese Hot Rodders !! (Preview) I guess if I lived in Japan, I'd be collecting stamps. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=968_1360879200	hemi43	26	1653	Feb 19, 2013 by Canadian Poncho
	Just Listen (Preview) http://youtu.be/McG-ZHBy8wk	77	0	716	Feb 18, 2013 by 77
	Anyone seen my Chevy? (Preview) Now that we have a bunch of members from all over the province, I would like to ask if anyone has seen the 55 Chevy that I sold in 1993?...I sold it then to a guy who said he lived in Toronto. I saw it a year later at a car lot in Bolton.....and came accross it once again at a rural residence near Caledon...Maybe...	poncho62	10	1070	Feb 19, 2013 by JPB
	MOE Checkpoint in Ajax (Preview) The MOE and OPP had a little checkpoint set up in Ajax at about 1:30 pm. They were located on the ramp to East bound 401 and had a delivery truck and a little Honda pulled over. No hot rods to be seen!	atomsplitter	5	1224	Feb 17, 2013 by dualquadpete
	Trying To Find The Dog Patch Devils (Preview) Any Help In Finding Them Would Be Great. I Think Their From Oshawa. Thanks Grumpy	Grumpy	5	2006	Feb 17, 2013 by canucktruck
	For those that haven't seen this: (Preview) http://oldcarandtruckpictures.com A big site with quite a bit of info, and great pics. -- Edited by poncho62 on Saturday 16th of February 2013 08:41:07 PM	sasquatch	0	747	Feb 16, 2013 by sasquatch
	67 GTX 426 Hemi ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Ok I need help from the Mopar guys. I was at a funeral of all places when a friends buddy approached me and we started talking cars. Turns out he has what is supposed to be a very rare 67 GTX Hemi from California. It has 17 thousand originals mile on it and was found in a aircraft hanger. This guy has owned the c...	Modfather	80	34309	Feb 16, 2013 by wolfman1
	Safety inspection question (Preview) I was looking at a car advertised on Kijiji The car is licenced, and has been last 10 years.. looks like it might have been a race car in the past The car has no heater or defroster in the car (nothing) Will that be a issue??	427CARL	17	2269	Feb 15, 2013 by dualquadpete
	For all the "Rat Rod" lovers out there ! (Preview) http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=42c_1360796475	hemi43	12	1222	Feb 15, 2013 by 33 fuel
	Enhanced driver's license needed in the US !! (Preview) I just heard about this today, but it seems that if we (Canadians) drive in the State of Florida, we will be required to have an enhanced driver's license. Apparently this law came into effect January 1st of this year. I find it odd that the State of Florida would hassle Canadians driving in their State c...	hemi43	4	1027	Feb 14, 2013 by Sniper
	Vintage Spark Plugs (Preview) There was a recent thread here that someone posted a picture of some old spark plugs. Reminded me of these little buggers that a neighbour gave me for doing him a favour. Maybe some of the older members can shed a little light on these?	Chris58	7	868	Feb 14, 2013 by hemi43
	'New' online Canadian car magazine (Preview) Saw this on another site http://issuu.com/hoknik/docs/garage-shots-ver1/1	poncho62	4	784	Feb 14, 2013 by flatblack55delivery
	1957 Bel Air heater work-around (65 vette engine) (Preview) OK folks, my first actuall post asking a forum relevant question, lol, be gentle! My friend in Edinburgh has just imported this: It has a 65 Corvette engine with Edelbrock intake. Aparently this means it has no heater as the heat is normally taken from the intake manifold. Is this correct? If so, how d...	Dave Scott	24	1588	Feb 14, 2013 by Dave Scott
	Canadian EH! (Preview) Has anyone seen a Fisher Body logo like this before? I've spent hours searching the net and haven't seen another like it. -- Edited by oldkoot on Thursday 7th of February 2013 05:18:13 PM	oldkoot	10	1217	Feb 14, 2013 by parklane
	Where they raced (Preview) Here's a video from the Old Motor website http://vimeo.com/59267134	Rochie	0	767	Feb 13, 2013 by Rochie
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