S197 Axle Service

Our hot rod expert takes you through his ford I beam axle setup. Follow as he sets up the front end on his split wishbone front suspension Model A.

Learn how to tell if your shocks are bad and how long shocks last before they need to be serviced. Speedway Motors Shock Tech can service your AFCO, PRO, Bilstein, QA1, and Ohlins shocks.

In this Tech Tip, John responds to a customer request for our thoughts on an axle kit for his project.

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.

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.

Today on our 410 sprint car, the guys are assembling the front axle. The process can be a bit messy, but the finished product is so worth it!

Check out our 6th episode of the 410 Sprint Car Build series. Last time we assembled the rear axle and now we are installing it!

Eagle Motorsports, Inc. put together a how-to video on assembling their Stallard SST Rear Axle Assembly.

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 a rear axle assembly as we put together ours for the 410 Sprint Car Build. Our team of builders continues to make progress on the car!