This is my favorite project that you have done. I think because in the early 60's when I was but a lad, AMT came out with their 34 coupe model kit and I built one very similar to the way you are intending this one to look. I built the kit with a 392 ci hemi with 4 dueces on a log manifold. it had about the same rake with bigs and littles of course, I painted it what at the time was called "hot rod orange" it was a color just a little bit oranger than your 34 sedan. It must have been my favorite model as I remember it to this day. I never built the real deal as the military came along as well as a situation in Vietnam. When I got out in 1968 I got bit by the racing bug and just never had the time. I wish you all the luck in the world on the build and I for sure will be following along.
I must admit, I am so envious! But it's OK, this is what I love about your channel. You're building my dream car, it's built just as if it was back in the day. I can tell you've been dreaming of this car too, you've been scrouging and collecting parts for a long time. Although it's going to take some time for my envy to pass, so glad to see this finally coming together. Your channel and this car is like the ultimate tribute to a bygone aera. Thanks for keeping it alive, keep up the good work!
You measured from the front wheels to the rear. If the front were not straight but slightly turned you would get different measurements. I’m sure you would have squared up the front. Sits great, this is my fav. build. 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺
Your' u tube show is the original show of very detailed and carefully explained content, and you continue to keep up the good work. I've mentioned this to you before and I'm happy to report that nothing has change and you continue to have the number 1 show in this field in my opinion. And this is a tough subject because only a certain type of person would be interested in this sorta stuff. Your doing a bang up job, Please don't change a thing.
Hello Matt. The stance is spot on. It looks great. I can't say I like the rear radius rods though. They are not strong enough to take the rear axle torque. Adding a top mounted arm is ok but the arms need to come to a single central pivot point. Having them not centrally mounted will create a lot of bind and stress. The fronts are the same. split bones are ok with a beam because the beam will twist. A tube (your front and rear axles) will not twist and will try and bend and tear the radius arm mounts at the axle. Just imagine what happens during body roll during a right turn. The chassis will be trying to lift the right radius arms and push down on the left ones. Now imagine the axle on the ground not fitted to the car if you try and raise one arm and lower the other you will be trying to twist the axle tubes and they will not twist. The attachment points of the radius arms will be fatigue and will be prone to failure. I love the car and I follow you because I love what you do, but the suspension in this car is not very well executed at all. That said, at least your welding is a lot better than those sketchy welds you found! All the best, Mart.
Good points. That's why Ford engineers brought the front of the radius rods in to the torque tube and the front "ball" of the torque tube solved all the binding problems.
My thoughts exactly. Assuming you are still running a torque tube, if the radius rods are not on the same plane as the torque tube, any "bump" movement will create a bind. Roll is another problem. The tube front axle also makes things worse. I have struggled with this sort of thing since noting it in high school, circa 1960s, and the thought that this is how it has been done for all these years doesn't help at all. The car looks great, though...the stance is perfect.
Hi Matt! It is always interesting to see the workings on your projects, to see that from pieces of iron you are able to obtain parts for your hot rods that look like they were out of the factory so much they are precise. Your videos are also an incentive to try to learn more and more things I need for my motorcycle customizing projects Thanks!👍👍👍
EXCELLENT! I really enjoy watching you guys put together your hot rods. Your videos are informative and exhibit skill in craftmanship and technique. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Juusssttttt right. Wheels, tires ride height, body height where she needs to be. Keep listening to the car as it tells you what and where things need to be. Rock on '33 coupe.
Oh Robert , man . I love what you said about " listening to the car " ! I know they are material , physical creations . But can you imagine what stories that body could tell ?
Amazing looking Matt can’t wait to see the motor that the guy is putting his special touches to in that engine bay!!!! To everyone in the IT family have a happy thanksgiving see you guys in the next video!!!!
That Dodgy tie rod end weld reminds me of the ones i used to see break,even on light weight T buckets. . The truck parts are a more sensible idea. We ended up using tractor ones until the authorities down here said they would no longer allow them ( they must have seen the failed ones...😁 )
It looks great! It’s a real testament to your abilities that you can rebuild these old pieces of history while managing to keep true to the era. Thanks for these videos Matt
People who worked on refrigeration used to have a paste that would stop the heat from transferring to the compressors when they were still silver soldering refrigeration lines on. You might talk to some place that sells refrigeration tools and supplies. I used it to a fairly thick piece or copper about 4 or 5" wide to a metal frame of a radio transmitter for grounding once. It worked really well, a piece of copper that size and 8' long is hard to solder, the customer would not accept normal grounding methods and specified it. The copper did not get hot on the other side of strip of the paste I put on the copper.
I couldn't help but notice your passion for getting things 'right' . Like when one of the first things you did outside , was run your hand between the top of the tire and the wheel-arch moulding . I couldn't get sound , but I could imagine you saying..........." Yup . Just right ! " Just a thought . Why do so few people ignore checking that ? Pre funny-car , altered wheelbase Factory Experimentals , fine . But on a rod , fendered or otherwise , it can be glaring !! You've got 'it' lads . Full marks . Oh , just remembered , I've subbed . Love 'n peace from Pete in UK . Cor I could murder a cup of tea 🙄🧐
I have to admit, Matt you looked kind of badass when you lit up that torch 4:24. The car looks great. You must be getting pretty excited to see it coming together.
You definately have it right. Good work as usual. I enjoy these videos because I can live the work vicariously. Retirement kind of limits your toys. Thanks for the great content.
Wow, the car looks great now. Once the engine's in, maybe some Lakes pipes and it'd be like the 1950's out on the Lakes doing timed runs on the salt! One of the best channels to follow always. Thanks a bunch.
Yep, ya nailed it! I wouldn't change a thing.You might have to grind off the top of the doors to get enough clearance so they don't hit at the top.Al B.
Personally the stance = Perfect 👍. It was definitely the right decision to fit the bigger track rod ends. That said I think “Mart’s Garage” raised a couple of reasonable points regarding the rear wishbones and axle bind. I can’t speak from experience as I’m a ladder bar and hairpin guy. From a body man’s perspective, I agree 💯 % with regards to always chopping the doors before attacking the roof. Really looking forward to watching the ‘33 coming back to life. It’s going to be one really cool 😎 Hotrod.
Nice. I really like the shot at 19:15. The contrast and lighting is perfect with the dark and orange sparks. Kind of like a mad scientist. I guess that’s what it was. Lol. That shot is visually equal to anything on the networks. Nice job camera guy. 🤠
I think the stance is good for a preliminary starting point, but it will change slightly after you install the motor with the Arden heads and blower, I think it will be perfection once all of the weight is in the car. Great planning Matt.
Naturally I like chop n channeled as much as the next guy. Would be cool to see a build where you could drive it to Vegas and back. Would be nice to see a build where an average or above driver wouldn't have to be shoehorned into the cockpit. Just fun food for thought. ✌
Very nice stance . Looks mean . I know you're far from finished . This just get's you out the door for a Good peak . I will be watching to see how you build it to the drive train . Good stuff , Matt ! The body will come along more easily with that frame you made for it too . Keep it real , Brother ! Rock on !
Matt, Mike & Steve, the 3 window is looking great!! Can't wait till the Ardun has found it's way back home & back in the chassis. I like the tire choice, but really undecided bout the wheel choice, maybe mock up the Kelsey Hayes wheels? I also like the Halibrand magnesium wheel look but those are very expensive. You mentioned bout taking a couple days making those brackets, unfortunately when you torch stuff out, that's how long it takes... Anyway, keep up the great work!!! Be safe, God Bless!!!!
Looks like the tie rod mounts would hold up on a monster truck ! But they still look good on the car. The stance has a real nice old school feel about it.
Hey Matt The Stance is great but installing the engine and radiator will make it even better ! If you are going to retain the wire wheels you might give thought to widening the rear wheels two to three inches on the outer side of the spokes. It is not really that hard a task. I was widening wheels for hot rods when I was 14 years old back in the early sixties. If you have an old bubble balancer you can balance the wheels by welding or grinding so you don't have to ad lead weights except after mounting the tire. Then if you need a few ounces you can put the weights on the back side of the wheel. Thanx fur the videos.
It was exciting to see the '33 roll out of the garage at the end of the video after all of that work. The stance is right on. Nice.
Just keeps getting better! I am already dreaming of when the motor gets done and set in place. Keep moving forward! We'll be watching!
This is my favorite project that you have done. I think because in the early 60's when I was but a lad, AMT came out with their 34 coupe model kit and I built one very similar to the way you are intending this one to look. I built the kit with a 392 ci hemi with 4 dueces on a log manifold. it had about the same rake with bigs and littles of course, I painted it what at the time was called "hot rod orange" it was a color just a little bit oranger than your 34 sedan. It must have been my favorite model as I remember it to this day. I never built the real deal as the military came along as well as a situation in Vietnam. When I got out in 1968 I got bit by the racing bug and just never had the time. I wish you all the luck in the world on the build and I for sure will be following along.
With the engine in it will have a nice rake to it. Love the chrome, nice touch. Looks good.
I must admit, I am so envious! But it's OK, this is what I love about your channel. You're building my dream car, it's built just as if it was back in the day. I can tell you've been dreaming of this car too, you've been scrouging and collecting parts for a long time. Although it's going to take some time for my envy to pass, so glad to see this finally coming together. Your channel and this car is like the ultimate tribute to a bygone aera. Thanks for keeping it alive, keep up the good work!
It funny how each new build becomes my new favorite but this is going to be impossible to top. Great video
You measured from the front wheels to the rear. If the front were not straight but slightly turned you would get different measurements. I’m sure you would have squared up the front. Sits great, this is my fav. build. 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺
Enjoy every video you make I couldn't get so lucky to find a car like that and can't wait to see it finished
Your' u tube show is the original show of very detailed and carefully explained content, and you continue to keep up the good work. I've mentioned this to you before and I'm happy to report that nothing has change and you continue to have the number 1 show in this field in my opinion. And this is a tough subject because only a certain type of person would be interested in this sorta stuff. Your doing a bang up job, Please don't change a thing.
that thing looks sweet! the contrast of the chrome with the rust just sets the whole thing off. verra nize!
The stance is right on. Keep those wheels and tires 😃
Looks really good. I can hardly wait to see the finished product. Woohoo!
Hello Matt. The stance is spot on. It looks great. I can't say I like the rear radius rods though. They are not strong enough to take the rear axle torque. Adding a top mounted arm is ok but the arms need to come to a single central pivot point. Having them not centrally mounted will create a lot of bind and stress. The fronts are the same. split bones are ok with a beam because the beam will twist. A tube (your front and rear axles) will not twist and will try and bend and tear the radius arm mounts at the axle. Just imagine what happens during body roll during a right turn. The chassis will be trying to lift the right radius arms and push down on the left ones. Now imagine the axle on the ground not fitted to the car if you try and raise one arm and lower the other you will be trying to twist the axle tubes and they will not twist. The attachment points of the radius arms will be fatigue and will be prone to failure. I love the car and I follow you because I love what you do, but the suspension in this car is not very well executed at all. That said, at least your welding is a lot better than those sketchy welds you found! All the best, Mart.
Good points.
That's why Ford engineers brought the front of the radius rods in to the torque tube and the front "ball" of the torque tube solved all the binding problems.
My thoughts exactly. Assuming you are still running a torque tube, if the radius rods are not on the same plane as the torque tube, any "bump" movement will create a bind. Roll is another problem. The tube front axle also makes things worse. I have struggled with this sort of thing since noting it in high school, circa 1960s, and the thought that this is how it has been done for all these years doesn't help at all. The car looks great, though...the stance is perfect.
Hi Matt! It is always interesting to see the workings on your projects, to see that from pieces of iron you are able to obtain parts for your hot rods that look like they were out of the factory so much they are precise.
Your videos are also an incentive to try to learn more and more things I need for my motorcycle customizing projects
Thanks!👍👍👍
The stance is just right. Iy looks like a quality build and it will be a period Hot Rod!
EXCELLENT! I really enjoy watching you guys put together your hot rods. Your videos are informative and exhibit skill in craftmanship and technique. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Juusssttttt right. Wheels, tires ride height, body height where she needs to be. Keep listening to the car as it tells you what and where things need to be. Rock on '33 coupe.
Oh Robert , man . I love what you said about " listening to the car " ! I know they are material , physical creations . But can you imagine what stories that body could tell ?
I would like that as crazy as it sounds as a daily driver!!!
Amazing looking Matt can’t wait to see the motor that the guy is putting his special touches to in that engine bay!!!! To everyone in the IT family have a happy thanksgiving see you guys in the next video!!!!
Another real hot rod coming to life. Brought to you by no other, Iron Trap Garage.
Said it once and again, you nailed the stance. It is killer and it's right to the period you are going for. Wonderful job Matt!
Perfect stance Matt! I couldn't be more excited unless it was mine. Lol... Keep up the good work!
Car looks perfect. Great stance
That Dodgy tie rod end weld reminds me of the ones i used to see break,even on light weight T buckets. . The truck parts are a more sensible idea. We ended up using tractor ones until the authorities down here said they would no longer allow them ( they must have seen the failed ones...😁 )
Stance is perfect!
It looks great! It’s a real testament to your abilities that you can rebuild these old pieces of history while managing to keep true to the era.
Thanks for these videos Matt
Matt look into using oil when using drill bits and reamers.
It’s always good to see em on a rolling chassis.
Like the simple doable application great 👍
Every new project, becomes a beautiful car. Thanks for reviving the dead-rodder in me, again. t
Looking more like California Kid car,can't wait to see next episode.
This car is so good, what a perfect jewelry box for the blown Arden. This is one of your beat builds guys, thank you!!!
People who worked on refrigeration used to have a paste that would stop the heat from transferring to the compressors when they were still silver soldering refrigeration lines on. You might talk to some place that sells refrigeration tools and supplies. I used it to a fairly thick piece or copper about 4 or 5" wide to a metal frame of a radio transmitter for grounding once. It worked really well, a piece of copper that size and 8' long is hard to solder, the customer would not accept normal grounding methods and specified it. The copper did not get hot on the other side of strip of the paste I put on the copper.
I couldn't help but notice your passion for getting things 'right' . Like when one of the first things you did outside , was run your hand between the top of the tire and the wheel-arch moulding . I couldn't get sound , but I could imagine you saying..........." Yup . Just right ! " Just a thought . Why do so few people ignore checking that ? Pre funny-car , altered wheelbase Factory Experimentals , fine . But on a rod , fendered or otherwise , it can be glaring !! You've got 'it' lads . Full marks . Oh , just remembered , I've subbed . Love 'n peace from Pete in UK . Cor I could murder a cup of tea 🙄🧐
I have to admit, Matt you looked kind of badass when you lit up that torch 4:24. The car looks great. You must be getting pretty excited to see it coming together.
Hot damn, you really nailed the stance, looks great. Cheers
Just the right stance!!!!
The stance looks great Matt.
Mate been watching you for over a year now. Just gotta say I love your work. Cheers from Australia.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TOO ALL.
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Yea Boy! Cars got curves in '33
Awesome. The stance is just right and I think when you put the motor back in and fuel tank it will sit just right also. 👍
I really like the profile of the 33, it's my favorite.
you are right those wheels are perfect to the body line. from the size of the tires to the stance on the body is perfect
this backweels spot on ...nice stance. well done
You definately have it right. Good work as usual. I enjoy these videos because I can live the work vicariously. Retirement kind of limits your toys. Thanks for the great content.
The stance is perfect! Don't change anything.
Nice work...very smooth stance A+ in my book
It's really looking good.
Perfect look
Matt I am pretty sure that is straight up perfect!
Pushing 80, not enough time left to do something like what you're doing. Just glad to see you doing what I can only dream of. Great video
Wow, the car looks great now. Once the engine's in, maybe some Lakes pipes and it'd be like the 1950's out on the Lakes doing timed runs on the salt! One of the best channels to follow always. Thanks a bunch.
Fell in love with the schroll 32 but this 33 is a Kool 2nd. Love it!!
Yep, ya nailed it! I wouldn't change a thing.You might have to grind off the top of the doors to get enough clearance so they don't hit at the top.Al B.
Personally the stance = Perfect 👍. It was definitely the right decision to fit the bigger track rod ends. That said I think “Mart’s Garage” raised a couple of reasonable points regarding the rear wishbones and axle bind. I can’t speak from experience as I’m a ladder bar and hairpin guy. From a body man’s perspective, I agree 💯 % with regards to always chopping the doors before attacking the roof. Really looking forward to watching the ‘33 coming back to life. It’s going to be one really cool 😎 Hotrod.
Nice. I really like the shot at 19:15. The contrast and lighting is perfect with the dark and orange sparks. Kind of like a mad scientist. I guess that’s what it was. Lol. That shot is visually equal to anything on the networks. Nice job camera guy. 🤠
Like the channel and the roof has just a hint of rake. The firewall windsheild line is great.
I think the stance is good for a preliminary starting point, but it will change slightly after you install the motor with the Arden heads and blower, I think it will be perfection once all of the weight is in the car. Great planning Matt.
The stance looks Great
Looking amazing! Great work, everyone! Thank you for another excellent video!
VERY NICE STANCE. Look like the stance I had on my" T" back in the day!
You can sleep better knowing that ball joint is not going to come apart and cause lost off life.Good job.
The stance is perfect!
It does have a great stance and looks good overall. Nice to see a car not butchered together just to put it on the road.
You got it sitting just right,if it were mine that is exactly how I would want it.
Looking good!!! I think you need to rethink your rear radius rods. As a single rod, they will not be strong enough.
looking Great matt
going to look great with that motor sitting up high!
Naturally I like chop n channeled as much as the next guy. Would be cool to see a build where you could drive it to Vegas and back. Would be nice to see a build where an average or above driver wouldn't have to be shoehorned into the cockpit. Just fun food for thought.
✌
Very nice stance . Looks mean . I know you're far from finished . This just get's you out the door for a Good peak . I will be watching to see how you build it to the drive train . Good stuff , Matt ! The body will come along more easily with that frame you made for it too . Keep it real , Brother ! Rock on !
your projects are soo spot on'' I GREW UP WORKING ON THE EARLY ''FORDS'' ==RACING FLATHEADS''' SWEET;;
Love the stance
I love this build so much!
Super Cool Car.
Looks great and those high-strength brackets look ready for some V8 torque.
What you need is a Crossfirepro cnc plasma table to help you build stuff !!!!!
It's beautiful, thanks Matt for the video
Just looks killer Matt
Awesome stance!
Matt, Mike & Steve, the 3 window is looking great!! Can't wait till the Ardun has found it's way back home & back in the chassis. I like the tire choice, but really undecided bout the wheel choice, maybe mock up the Kelsey Hayes wheels? I also like the Halibrand magnesium wheel look but those are very expensive. You mentioned bout taking a couple days making those brackets, unfortunately when you torch stuff out, that's how long it takes... Anyway, keep up the great work!!! Be safe, God Bless!!!!
@27:13 the car look soooo nice!
Rolling along nicely 👌
Perfect stance !
Looks awesome. Can't wait to see it driving
Great looking car and a great start have you adjusted for extra weight to be added gas tank and fuel looks great
Looking good 👍
WOW I LOVE IT AWESOME JOB
Looks like the tie rod mounts would hold up on a monster truck ! But they still look good on the car. The stance has a real nice old school feel about it.
Hey Matt
The Stance is great but installing the engine and radiator will make it even better !
If you are going to retain the wire wheels you might give thought to widening the rear wheels two to three inches on the outer side of the spokes.
It is not really that hard a task.
I was widening wheels for hot rods when I was 14 years old back in the early sixties.
If you have an old bubble balancer you can balance the wheels by welding or grinding so you don't have to ad lead weights except after mounting the tire.
Then if you need a few ounces you can put the weights on the back side of the wheel.
Thanx fur the videos.
Thanks for the tips Chuck. We’ll be using the 40 Ford style wheels on this one though.
Looks like it “always was” 👍🏽
Great job!
I concur... AMAZING!
real good job
A trully bad ass hot rod
Looks great ! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
If you need an item to fit with the front end chrome, powder coat it chrome, it's the fraction of the cost than chrome and looks just as good.
Looks perfect.
You nailed it Matt!
Looks really good