Racing 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

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

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.

A guide on maintaining a sprint car front suspension. Learn tips and tricks on how to prevent problems at the track. Clean and inspect your bearings, spindles and hubs for ultimate success.

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

Read how to square the front axle in your Micro Sprint car. Learn about the importance of squaring, measurements to use, and important steps to follow.

Speedway Motors employee Steve L. takes a few minutes to talk about the various straight axle and radius rod options available at Speedway Motors.

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