Ford Model A Radius Rods

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.

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

In this Tech Tip, a returning customer asks for advice on building a front suspension kit for his Model A rat rod.

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.

Joe McCollough spends his days working in the Speedway Motors Marketing department, but his nights are spent in the garage, piecing together this Model A hot rod.

This hot rod was built to be driven, and there are some neat tricks and great pieces of history hiding in plain sight!

This Model A coupe was built with family, friends, and a lot of heart.

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

Tim Matthews has been working on his hemi powered hot rod roadster for a long time, and just recently got to drive it for the first time. Check it out!