Studebaker Toploader Truck Driveline and Axles

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.

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.

How to Identify Your Rear Axle

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

Eagle Motorsports, Inc. put together a how-to video on assembling their Stallard SST Rear Axle Assembly.

Eagle Motorsports, Inc. put together a how-to video on installing their Stallard SST Front Axle Assembly.

Eagle Motorsports, Inc. put together a how-to video on installing their Stallard SST Rear Axle Assembly.

In this Tech Tip, John answers a customer question about finding the right axle length for his 1931 Model A.

In this tech article, we show you how to measure the working angles on your drive shaft to ensure long life out of your U-joints.

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