Front Engine Dragster Hardware

In the 1950's and 60's, front engine dragsters were the fastest cars on the track. Then, they disappeared almost overnight. Here's the story of the rise, fall, and rebirth of the slingshot dragster.

This beautiful veteran of the early 70's dragster wars was built by three brothers in a one-car garage in small town Iowa.

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?

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

This article guides you through the process of repairing and painting a subframe for a 1967 Poncho Firebird. See how the front suspension gets an overhaul including new G-comp spindles and a disc brake kit.

Preventative maintenance is crucial for hot rods. In this article, Jess shows you how to place a front wheel cylinder on an early Ford.

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.

Step by step guide to the installation of the G-Comp front suspension.

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.

Our Tech Expert installs an F1 steering box in his roadster to give the steering a traditional feeling. Follow his process from testing fit to welding.