"Track T" Roadster
(page 1 of 1) Owner: Dennis Parks
Last Updated 6-18-06
We have a local celebrity
in our own home town that writes automotive "how to" and
technical books in his spare time. He has also been known to
write articles in Street Rodder and Rod and Custom. His name
is Dennis parks and he has started work on a new book titled "How to
Build a Cheap Hot Rod". Dennis approached us with the idea and
asked if we could work on a few aspects of the project with him as he photographed
the project and wrote the book. We were happy to help and look
forward to our work being published in his book. You can Learn
more about Dennis' automotive escapades, books and experience at
www.dennisparks.com.
Yep.
A kit car. With all of its parts just waiting to be turned
into cool machine.
No, not a side by side Kayak. The body is entirely
constructed of fiberglass and comes with a white gel-coat surface.
A
Better view of the parts pile.
As you can see we are balancing several projects at once. This
works out well at times when we are waiting for parts, decisions, or
any thing else unforeseen.
I'm
not to sure we need this assembly manual but we'll keep it around
just in case.
The suspension and drive train are assembled for fit and
modification. The body is set down to check the fit of the
chassis.
We
will be adding the front suspension brackets and frame components
into place after aligning them properly.
A front view of the skeletal Track T.
A
side view of the car that shows a high riding front end that should
drop quite a bit after the engine settles in.
Dennis will be working on the grill shell fit after we have
completed the front end brackets.
The
ford 9in rear end with the torsion bar bracket awaiting attachment.
We
don't serve just any parts around here. Look closely and you
will notice that these parts are "gourmet".
Dennis has the front shell in place and we are preparing to install
motor mounts.
The
ol' Track T is beginning to look a bit sporty..
After investigation the engine mounts that are supplied with the kit
are going to need to be replaced to fit the 60
degree for V6 that Dennis has chosen
Transmission
in place mocked up for fit and bracketry.
The front end elements have been set up and bolted into place.
A
better shot of the front suspension.
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Yep.
A kit car. With all of its parts just waiting to be turned
into cool machine.
