1930 Chevy sedan build thread...trying for 3K.

[Itoldyouso]

Matt, let me say up front that this is a very very impressive build. Your work is professional, and it is cool that you are taking the time to post this for our enjoyment. I loved every part of it.

Now, please forgive me for mentioning one thing though. Please do not use those rear radius rods to locate your axle. Ford never intended them to take the kind of stresses they will be under in the manner you are using them. The original intent was only to brace the enclosed driveshaft tube. There have been numerous cases of these breaking or bending badly. I think the single rod end in the center may also prove to be a weak spot for you.

Please read this thread on the HAMB about one set that broke:

http://jalopyjournal.com/forum/showt...hlight=wrecked

I am using split bones on the back of mine, however they are an aftermarket set made by PSI at one time, and designed to work in this capacity. They are much heavier than the original Ford items, and have forged ends, not cast.

During my build a lot of good people took the time to question something I had done, and my own Son took me to task on some things I was doing too. In most cases, they were right, and I rethought and redid some things to correct those areas. I hope you understand that I mention this only to keep you or some other person from getting hurt. After hearing Megans story about her T ending up on it's side, I am more concerned with safety than ever before.

Aside from this one thing, the car is perfect IMO.

Don