Ford Standard 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Speedway Motors announced today a list of new products that will be debuted Aug. 4-7 at National Street Rod Association’s (NSRA) 53rd Annual Street Rod Nationals in Louisville, Ky.

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