Ford Radius Rods

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

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.

Axle / Clevis / Bracket / Radius Rod 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.

Dive into some of the history and unique differences between Ford and Chevy spindles for solid front axles and what will perform best on your hot rod.

Cowl steering is a racecar-inspired steering configuration for your hot rod that can solve a lot of problems. Here's how to do it.

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

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

There is certainly more than one way to get your project's ride height or stance where you want it and we provide a brief overview of the options in this buyer's guide on lowering products.

Learn how replace lower and upper rear control arms. Read up on racer Steve's A-body control arm replacement and the bushings included kit he recommends.