1963 Studebaker Champ Driveline and Axles

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.

Jason Lubken spends his days photographing some of the greatest cars of all time. In the evenings, he and his friends have screwed together a seriously cool '63 Impala.

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.

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

Learn how to assemble the front axle of a sprint car. See what tools are needed for assembly including an angle finder gauge tool and king pin reamer.

In Episode 3 of our C10 build, we install a front suspension kit and finally have a rolling chassis!

After installing front brakes, Jeff is now ready for wheels and tires. See how a spacer is used to make his 15" wheels fit just right and a slick way to speed up the sanding and polishing process of the wheel dust caps.

Learn the installation process of a drive shaft loop kit in a 1967 Chevelle. NHRA requires a driveshaft loop if you're going to run slicks on the drag strip!

Jeff demonstrates how to plumb the brake master cylinder with steel lines in his 1967 Chevelle. See tips on how to bend brake lines, use flare tools to make double flares, and give hard lines some spring.