I got call last week that my friend “Mr.J” was going to embark on special project: a Wayne Jessel replica of his 1956 Chevy Sedan Delivery YOO HOO TOO that he raced in the sixties and that “Mr.”J lettered back in 1966.  Julian “Mr.J” Braet has been in the sign/auto graphics industry for more than… Continue reading Behind the Brush with Al Liebmann – Mr. J Sign Service & Xcaliber Corp. Pinstriping & Lettering Supplies

This old truck is in Alberta Canada, the owners are now getting on in years and looking to find a buyer for this truck. I think it was made in the 1920s by a company that General Motors owned at the time. Wes Werkman Car Images: 

MSD Performance The MSD Atomic Deuce project is well underway. This is MSD’s 1932 Ford 5 window coupe that will be powered with an LS3 engine and a 4L65 transmission. This hot rod will be a platform to showcase the MSD Atomic LS fuel injection system along with some new, secret products that will be… Continue reading MSD's Atomic Deuce

Hot Rod Hotline was so sorry to hear about the loss of “Speedy” Bill Smith this past weekend.  He was a fixture i the hot rod and racing community, a pioneer, a competitor and friend to many. He will be sorely missed. Born in Lincoln, NE, he first got involved with buying, building, racing and… Continue reading RIP "Speedy" Bill Smith

Story & Photos By Jim Clark (The Hot Rod MD) Believe it or not, there are government regulations specifying how you must light your vehicle’s rear license plate.  The regulations are part of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS 108- Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment).  Lighting the license plate is not actually a safety issue… Continue reading License Plate Lights, Third Brake Lights and Frames

National Street Rod Association (NSRA) ISCA and the National Street Rod Association are pleased to announce the selection of a “ISCA Pick“ award given at the 31st Mid-America Street Rod Nationals plus held in Springfield, Missouri on May 23- 25, 2014. One of this year’s selections is this beautiful 1940 Mercury owned by Buck Wilson… Continue reading ISCA Award Winners at 31st Mid-America Street Rod Nationals

National Street Rod Association (NSRA) The muscle car had its chance to become part of the broader American landscape a few years ago and get mailed into history. Now, hot rods are also getting their day with a new set of stamps featuring the ’32 Ford “Deuce” Roadster to honor the customization and celebration of cars… Continue reading Hot Rod Stamps To Be Unveiled at NSRA Street Rod Nats East

Welder Series The Welder Series Universal Sway Bar Kit comes in 36” and 46” widths, and is available to bolt on to either your upper coil over mounting bolts or the lower four link axle brackets. Some people use the outer tube as a crossmember and mount the arms outside the frame rails. One end… Continue reading Universal Sway Bar Kit – Welder Series

Frame off reconstruction of a rust free Bel Air. 302 GMC inline 6; 700R4; 9″ Ford; Mustang II w/power steering; nosed, decked, shaved, lowered 3″ in front and rear. Imgupload: 

The Wheels of Time Annual Rod & Custom Car Jamboree is held every year on the weekend before Labor Day weekend. The show is held at the Macungie Memorial Park, 50 N Poplar St, Macungie, PA 18062. The jamboree is for your enjoyment and to give you a chance to show off your ride and… Continue reading 36th Annual Wheels of Time Rod and Custom Jamboree