DEI Hot Rod Engine Parts

Read about the hardships faced when Tim tried to fire up his 241 Dodge Hemi for his 1929 Ford roadster. Learn his tips for how to persist despite difficulties that will help any hot rodder with their own troubles.

Learn how to keep your starter cool using a heat shield. Read the steps and parts necessary for the installation.

That flathead engine pictured on our street rod catalog cover is just one little piece of a pretty mean little Model T hot rod. Check it out.

When it comes to a traditional style build on an early hot rod it just has to be rolling on a solid front axle of some sort. In this buyer's guide we take you through I-beam and round tube solid axles, spindle choices, radius rod needs, and more.

This 1932 Ford hot rod has all the right touches and packs a big block Chevy under the hood!

Tim Matthews has been collecting pieces for this hot rod for a long time. Here's the amazing story in his own words...

From the Model A coupe body to the dropped axle and chrome OEM wheels. This car project is a basic, but cool traditional hot rod. Comparable to the American Graffiti coupe. Read more on how to start planning your hot rod car build.

Not only is Ronald's Model T hot rod outrageously cool, but he's kept us in the loop as he's built it. It's been a pleasure to see it come together and now we're excited to share it here.

Tim talks about a few aluminum radiators we have to offer.

Check out Eric's wicket '34 3-window! It's chopped, channeled, and powered by a rowdy blown big block.