Willys Bermuda Driveline and Axles

Our hot rod expert takes you through his ford I beam axle setup. Follow as he sets up the front end on his split wishbone front suspension Model A.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Learn how to bend and add 45 degree double flares to brake lines and fuel lines. We also cover some common types of automotive flares and useful tools for the job.

Read about the wheel and tire combination that was chosen for a 1931 Model A Coupe. Learn tips for choosing wheels and tires and how to complete the installation.

In this Tech Tip, a customer asked about finding a set of disc brakes for his 1949 Ford F1 pickup, with one caveat. He wants to use the factory wheels.