1949 Ford F1 Leaf Spring Shackles

Speedway Street Tech Kevin goes over the install of the TCI 1949-54 Chevy Car Rear Leaf Spring Kit on his '54 BelAir sedan.

It may feel like a daunting task attempting to determine the best leaf spring for your traditional hot rod straight axle build, but our buyer's guide will surely help.

In this Tech Tip, a customer asked about finding a set of disc brakes for his 1949 Ford F1 pickup, with one caveat. He wants to use the factory wheels.

Click to learn about split wishbone, hairpin radius rod, and four bar suspensions. Learn the history and difference between these solid axle suspension designs.

If your replacing, or purchasing a new spring for a solid front axle, it's important to know where to measure from to ensure you get the right spring for your rod.

Check out these 1949- '54 Chevy Spindles Specs!

In this Tech Tip, a customer asked about a discreet style trunk latch for his 1932 Ford.

In this Tech Tip, John answers a customer question about finding the right axle length for his 1931 Model A.

The Speedway Motors Tech Team created a quick how-to on squaring the front axle of your open wheel race car.

We will show you the differences among traditional I-beam and tube axles and suspension designs used on hot rods; the differences between cross and traditional steering, measuring for springs, what spindles to choose, and much more.