Ford Model 2 GA Special Axles

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

Gassers were those wild drag cars from the 60's that featured outrageously tall stances, big unruly powerplants, and huge slicks to propel them down the track. But just how did these insane creations come to be, and where did they go?

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 year's 90th anniversary of the '32 Ford reminds us of the 75th, when some of the most famous and influential Deuce hot rods gathered at the Grand National Roadster Show.

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

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

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.

Speedway Motors employee Jess M. talks about customizing the rear radius rods she installed on her '33 5-Window coupe.