Dodge Toploader Driveline and Axles

Drag racing changed a lot in the 60's, and Dick Landy was right in the middle of it all. This 64 Dodge was the first factory built 426 Hemi car to win a sanctioned drag race. How cool is that?

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.

How to Identify Your Rear Axle

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

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.

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.

Tim M. continues his quest to breathe life into a tired old 241 Dodge baby Hemi. This round, Tim dives into giving the 241 an electrifying makeover, courtesy of a Pertonix electronic ignition system, all cleverly hidden inside existing hardware.

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

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.

Learn how to lower a hot rod by modifying the axles and some history behind early hop ups. This project features a Ford axle with wishbones for a Model A.