Stuff from D. July 18th, 2021

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More door Chrysler spotted at Calgary Pick n Pull.

Stuff from D. July 4th, 2021

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***Spotted in a Fort Langley Antique store back in 2015.***

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The best and worst cars cast in Pixar’s ‘Cars’ franchise
Lightning McQueen had tons of co-stars, but which ones worked and which ones didn’t?:
https://driving.ca/car-culture/lists/the-best-and-worst-cars-cast-in-pixars-cars-franchise

The July issue of Quick Times Magazine is now online here:
http://quick-times.com/quick-times-magazine-july-2021/

Friday First Look! 30th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals Presented by BASF:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/friday-first-look-30th-speedway-motors-heartland-nationals/

Kindig-it Design Builds a Drop Top ’67 C10 – “MaxHeadroom”:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/kindig-drop-top-c10/

Custom Covers – A Close-Up Look at Building Custom Inner Fenders:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/building-custom-inner-fenders/

Building the Goodguys Giveaway ’86 Squarebody – Part 1:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-giveaway-squarebody-part-1/

Building the Goodguys Giveaway ’86 Squarebody – Part 2:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-giveaway-squarebody-part-2/

Building the Goodguys Giveaway ’86 Squarebody – Part 3:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-86-squarebody-part-3/

Building the Goodguys Giveaway ’86 Squarebody – Part 4:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-86-squarebody-part-4/

Ultimate Road Runner – Neil Anderson’s ’70 B-Body Mopar:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/ultimate-road-runner/

Thrilling Ride! Ron Ernsberger’s ’36 Willys 77:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/thrilling-ride-36-willys-77/

Better Built Buick – Fred DeFalco’s ’54 Buick Century:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/better-built-buick-century/

Donald Osborne appraises his start as manager of museum (and much more):
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/07/01/donald-osborne-appraises-his-start-as-a-museum-manager/

Day 1: Florida to Vegas, Meeting Flynn, Visiting Brock Racing Enterprises | Cross-Country Morgan Retrieval;
https://classicmotorsports.com/news/day-1-florida-vegas-meeting-flynn-visiting-brock-racing-enterprises-cross-country-morgan-retrieval/

Day 2: Cross Country Morgan Retrieval:
https://classicmotorsports.com/news/day-2-surviving-death-valley-cross-country-morgan-retrieval/

Day 3: Finally laying eyes on our barn-find Morgan project | Cross-Country Morgan Retrieval:
https://classicmotorsports.com/news/day-3-finally-laying-eyes-our-project-cross-country-morgan-retrieval/

The Death Eaters, Chapter 2: Reliant Regal:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/death-eaters-reliant-regal/

50 years after Jim Morrison’s death, where is his 1967 Shelby GT500?:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/50-years-jim-morrisons-death-1967-shelby-gt500/

This 1925 Seal three-wheeler is “the first of its kind”—and 1 of only 2 survivors:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/1925-seal-three-wheeler-bonhams-2021/

The ‘Fast & Furious’ Franchise Was Inspired by This Very Real Racing Phenomenon:
https://www.autoweek.com/car-life/a36173285/the-story-behind-the-fast-and-furious/

Porsche 356C Emerges from 44-Year Slumber and Heads to Auction:
https://www.autoweek.com/car-life/a36913653/porsche-356c-barn-find/

Kevin Hart’s Muscle Car Crew: A Journey into the World of Classic Cars:
https://www.automobilemag.com/news/kevin-hart-muscle-car-crew-build-details/

Lowrider Garage – House of Kolor Paint Bash Custom Class:
https://www.lowrider.com/features/lowrider-garage-visits-house-of-kolor-paint-class/

SpeedKore’s Latest Carbon Fiber Creation Is Hellacious!:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/speedkore-1968-dodge-charger-hellacious-carbon-fiber/

What Is a Slingshot Dragster?:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/what-is-a-slingshot-dragster/

What Is a Notchback Mustang?:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/what-is-notchback-mustang/

Back to the 50’s 2021—Hot Rod Trucks (Tons of pics):
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/back-to-50s-4-trucks/

Back to the 50’s 2021 – Saturday Was the Biggest Day at MSRA’s Massive Street Rod Show:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/back-to-50s-2-saturday/

Back To The 50’s 2021—Sunday Swap Meet!(97 pics):
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/back-to-50s-3-swap-meet/

MSRA Back To The 50s Weekend 2021:
https://www.classicarnews.com/2021/06/17/back-to-the-50s-weekend-2021/

1957 Plymouth Belvedere coupe:
https://www.classic-american.com/smooth-sailing/

Sonic: Classically-Styled, Scratch-Built ’56 Chevy Pickup:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/sonic-classically-styled-scratch-built-56-chevy-pickup/

Fast 9 movie review:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/fast-9-movie-review

The Car (1977) – ripper car movies:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/the-car-1977-movie-review

America’s Fascination with Automotive Barn Finds:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/america-s-fascination-with-automotive-barn-finds

1957 Chevy Sedan 210 Street Legal Dragster:
https://www.superfly-autos.com/1957-chevy-sedan-210-street-legal-dragster/

Tech:
A Quick Explanation of the BMC Hydrolastic Suspension :
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/quick-explanation-bmc-hydrolastic-suspension/

Repainting an Engine Bay in 8 Easy Steps:
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/repainting-engine-bay-8-easy-steps/

See fuel atomization up close with high-speed video of a see-though carb:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/video/see-fuel-atomization-up-close-with-high-speed-video-of-a-see-though-carb/

The most valuable Corvettes from C1 to C6:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/valuation/the-most-valuable-corvettes-from-c1-to-c6/

The top 10 Corvette V-8s from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s (Cool engine displays):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/the-top-10-corvette-v-8s-from-the-50s-60s-and-70s/

The joy of silencing a metallic rattle by replacing the compressor pulley bearing:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/the-joy-of-silencing-a-metallic-rattle-by-replacing-the-compressor-pulley-bearing/

Lowrider Garage Ep. 62 takes a deep dive into color sanding and final clearcoat perfection.:
https://www.lowrider.com/features/lowrider-garage-episode-62-detailing/

How To Fix GM Pickup Steering Wheel Play
Fix Sloppy Steering on 2001-2010 GM Trucks with SuperSteer’s SS175 Idler Arm Support:
https://autowise.com/how-to-fix-gm-pickup-steering-wheel-play/

Cheap LED Shop Lighting:
https://www.garagejournal.com/cheap-led-shop-lighting/

Videos:
Peek behind the curtain with our new Dream Collections video series:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/video/peek-behind-the-curtain-with-our-new-dream-collections-video-series/

Soul Made: Replicars Scale Models:
https://petrolicious.com/films/soul-made-replicars-scale-models

Make It Kustom (Follow Karl Fisher as he makes metal work magic):
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ5YKZPUwhAj7YJnBLySxbg/videos

For Sale:
Car guys house in Prince George for sale:
https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/23383338/3440-naismith-crescent-prince-george

Cheers, Darryl.

Stuff from D. June 27th, 2021

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: Smith Miller Smitty Toys Truck

Stuff from D. June 20th, 2021

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Amazing Rat Fink Art by Dwight Lockhart!

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Car Cruise for Care Homes video (Turn the audio on for the commentary):
https://vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2226074&binId=1.1180928&playlistPageNum=1

Craig Morrison, of Art Morrison Enterprises, Passes away at 44 (RIP Craig):
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/craig-morrison-obit/

Rolls-Royce technicians restore one of the company’s most important cars:
https://driving.ca/car-culture/vintage-collectible/rolls-royce-technicians-restore-one-of-the-companys-most-important-cars

Rolls-Royce completes restoration of its most special vehicle:
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/06/13/rolls-royce-completes-restoration-of-its-most-special-vehicle/

Breaking glass: It’s rare, but windows and sunroofs are shattering
And when they do, you might be on the hook for it — even if it wasn’t your fault:
https://driving.ca/auto-news/industry/breaking-glass-its-rare-but-windows-and-sunroofs-are-shattering

Flamboyant coachbuilt Talbot-Lago stars in Bonhams’ Quail Lodge Auction:
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/06/14/flamboyant-coachbuilt-talbot-lago-stars-in-bonhams-quail-lodge-auction/

Alumination: Documentary illuminates the story of an American icon (Airstream trailer):
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/06/14/alumination-documentary-illuminates-the-story-of-an-american-icon/

Auto shop class is still around, and thriving, at this upstate New York high school:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/14/students-in-upstate-new-york-learn-with-a-coronet-project

Stock Stories: BSA DBD34 Gold Star Clubman (For Mike in Ontario):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/stock-stories-bsa-dbd34-gold-star-clubman/

Blowing Through the Years – Five Decades and 360,000 Miles in a Blown Drop-Top 1965 Chevelle:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/360000-miles-in-a-blown-1965-chevelle/

Psychedelic Vette – Keeping the ’70s Spirit Alive in a Candy-Coated Custom Corvette:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/psychedelic-vette/

The Truck With a Hinge In the Middle: The Willock Swivel Frame:
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/the-truck-with-a-hinge-in-the-middle-the-willock-swivel-frame/

Ever admired vintage automotive sketches in a museum? Thank Fred Sharf:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/ever-admired-vintage-automotive-sketches-in-a-museum-thank-fred-sharf/

Street Dreams Texas (Classic and Special Interest cars for sale)(As seen on Iron Resurection):
https://www.streetdreamstexas.com/

I spent more on a parts car for my project car than I’ve spent on many daily drivers, and I have zero regrets(Nissan Leaf for EV conversion):
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/17/i-spent-more-on-a-parts-car-for-my-project-car-than-ive-spent-on-many-daily-drivers-and-i-have-zero-regrets

Vehicular horror movies tap into our fear of losing control of our cars:
https://www.wheels.ca/news/fasten-your-seat-belt-these-rides-are-scary/

Drag Slash – Engineered to Win!:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/drag-slash/

After Nearly 60 Years, Ray McDonald’s ’53 Chevy Has Fulfilled its Custom Calling:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/ray-mcdonalds-53-chevy/

Larry Fulsome Has Kept His First Car Since 1962, and Logged More Than 400,000 Miles On It:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/larry-fulsome-kept-his-first-car-since-1962/

CPP AutoCross Series Recap! 1st Meguiar’s All-Star Get-Together:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/autocross-series-recap-1st-all-star-get-together/

Bill Vance: Luxurious Royale was beginning of the end for Reo cars:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-luxurious-royale-was-beginning-of-the-end-for-reo-cars-1.24330881

How to Go Back in Time With Continuation Cars:
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/how-go-back-time-continuation-cars/

Six Ways to Sunday: Code word discomfort(Dirt Biking trip):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/six-ways-to-sunday-code-word-discomfort/

Street Freaks and Hot Rods at the 2021 Route 66 Show—Huge Gallery!:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/street-freaks-hot-rods-2021-route-66-show-huge-gallery/

Dick King roadster: Lost, found, restored, and still in show-winning shape (For Cam):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/dick-king-roadster/

On the Road: 1979 Yamaha XS750 Special
Search for vintage plate-worthy bike led Saskatchewan rider to a quirky, and comfy, classic cruiser:
https://driving.ca/column/on-the-road/on-the-road-1979-yamaha-xs750-special

Electric classic Bentley-inspired Bensport La Sarthe unveiled
Somerset-based coachbuilder has added an electric powertrain option to its classic Bentley-inspired La Sarthe model:
https://www.motoringresearch.com/car-news/electric-bensport-la-sarthe-unveiled/

5 dad-built custom toy projects(Lucky kids):
https://driving.ca/car-culture/lists/5-dad-built-custom-toy-projects

After Nearly 60 Years, Ray McDonald’s ’53 Chevy Has Fulfilled its Custom Calling:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/ray-mcdonalds-53-chevy/

SquareD – Cody Veibell’s Duramax-swapped ’81 Chevy K2500:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/squared-duramax-81-chevy/

Ak Miller – A Hot Rodder’s Hot Rodder:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/ak-miller/

Lew Bisbing’s 1970 Plymouth AAR Cuda:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/1970-aar-cuda/

7 underappreciated 1970s cars:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/valuation/7-underappreciated-1970s-cars/

The AMC Javelin Was The Last True Independent Muscle Car In America:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-amc-javelin-was-the-last-true-independent-muscle-car-in-america/

The Big Block C2 And C3 Corvettes Ruled Chevy’s High Performance Muscle Car Golden Age:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-big-block-c2-and-c3-corvettes-ruled-chevys-high-performance-muscle-car-golden-age/

The 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar Is The Mustang-Based Muscle Car Everyone Forgot About:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-1967-1970-mercury-cougar-is-the-mustang-based-muscle-car-everyone-forgot-about/

Civic, NSX, S2000 & Beyond: How Honda VTEC Changed the Engine Game:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/civic-nsx-s2000-beyond-how-honda-vtec-changed-the-engine-game/

A Very Special Secondhand ’66 C10 Project:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/a-very-special-secondhand-66-c10-project/

Welcome to the Indy Mopar Swap Meet! (From March of this year):
https://www.streetmusclemag.com/event-coverage/welcome-to-the-indy-mopar-swap-meet/

The Story Behind Jason Lubken’s 1963 Chevrolet Impala:
https://www.streetmusclemag.com/news/the-story-behind-jason-lubkens-1963-chevrolet-impala/

MSRA Back To The 50s Weekend 2021:
https://www.classicarnews.com/2021/06/17/back-to-the-50s-weekend-2021/

426 Hemi-Powered Ramchargers Dodge 330 Tribute:
https://www.torqtalk.com/home/426-hemi-powered-ramchargers-dodge-330-tribute

Dave and Crystal Kaveshan’s 1962 Chevy II is Ready for the Highway:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/change-of-pace/

LS3-Powered 1966 Chevy Pickup: The Dream Fulfilled:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-clark-1966-c10/

Father-and-Son Built Big-Block Chevy C10 The Upper Crust:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-2021-swaney-1971-c10/

LS3-Powered 1966 Chevy Pickup: The Dream Fulfilled:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-clark-1966-c10/

Red-Ram Hemi Vs. 5.7L Hemi – Identical ’32 Ford Builds:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/red-ram-hemi-vs-5-7l-hemi-identical-32-ford-builds/

Archie’s lets the good times roll
Blast from the past at new diner in the Chemainus Public Market(Article is from June 2020) (Thanks to Dan at VIHR for letting me know about it):
https://www.chemainusvalleycourier.ca/home/archies-lets-the-good-times-roll/

The Ford X-100 Show Car was a Laboratory on Wheels:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/the-ford-x-100-show-car-was-a-laboratory-on-wheels

Car of the Week: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T:
https://www.oldcarsweekly.com/features/car-of-the-week-1970-dodge-challenger-r-t

Shop Tours:
“The Shop” is Open
La Vuelta organizers aim to keep Barrio Logan San Diego jamming year-round.:
https://www.lowrider.com/features/barrio-logan-san-diegos-the-shop/

MENDENHALL: CARS, GAS PUMPS & PETROLIANA MUSEUM (WOW!):
https://carguychronicles.com/mendenhall-cars-gas-pumps-petroliana-museum/

Mendenhall’s Museum website here:
http://www.mendenhallmuseum.com/

Hot Rod Shop Tour: Jimenez Bros. Customs:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-2021-in-the-shop-jimenez-bros-customs/

Tech:
Product Test: Channellock’s 8-inch Convertible Retaining Ring Pliers make installing and removing snap ring a snap:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/14/product-test-channellock-927-8-inch-convertible-retaining-ring-pliers

Rejuvenating your vintage air conditioning can be a cool project:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/rejuvenating-your-vintage-air-conditioning-can-be-a-cool-project/

Your Corner Wrench: Keeping your workspace clean can save you a headache
Paying attention to the details is a good way of ensuring your tools stay in working order:
https://www.driving.ca/column/corner-wrench/your-corner-wrench-keeping-your-workspace-clean-can-save-you-a-headache

Wrenchin’ Wednesday: Magnets—how do they work in the shop?:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/wrenchin-wednesday-magnets-how-do-they-work-in-the-shop/

Reminder: Don’t neglect your classic:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/17/dont-neglect-your-classic

How to Eliminate Wind Noise and Window Rattles in Your Ride from Steele Rubber:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/eliminate-wind-noise-window-rattles-from-steele-rubber/

Lada 111 Tuning: The toughest horsepower that was ever earned, Part 1:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/lada-111-tuning-part-1/

How to Troubleshoot Your Car’s Ignition System:
https://www.thedrive.com/maintenance-repair/40546/how-to-troubleshoot-the-ignition-system

How to Destroy an Engine with a $6 Part:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/destroy-engine-6-part/

10 Biggest Carburetor Tuning Mistakes
We show you what to do if your carb isn’t performing up to its potential:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/1202phr-10-biggest-carb-mistakes/

Wheel Spacer Facts: What to Know Before You Buy:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/wheel-spacer-facts-what-to-know-before-you-buy/

Gasket Scraping Tools: Taking Drudgery Out of the Equation:
https://www.onallcylinders.com/2021/06/17/gasket-scraping-tools-taking-drudgery-out-of-the-equation/

Brothers Trucks’ 1964-1966 Dash Patch:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-brothers-radio-patch/

Door Seals Install on a ’59 Chevy Stepside:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-2021-steele-rubber-weatherstrip/

Videos:
Can you really powder-coat parts at home for less than $500? | Eastwood PCS-250 Review | Video:
https://classicmotorsports.com/video/can-you-really-powder-coat-parts-home-less-500-eastwood-pcs-250-review-video/

For Sale:
1952 Chev Belair 2-dr Hardtop:
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/calgary/1952-chev-belair-2-dr-hdtp/1572305192

Cheers, Darryl.

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Enjoy reading this stuff every week? Why not throw a tip in the Tip Jar?:
https://darrylsdrivein.wordpress.com/tipjar/

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2021 Okotoks Collector Car Auction
‘Hybrid’ event to be held at New Horizon Mall north of Calgary on June 12:
https://driving.ca/column/on-the-road/2021-okotoks-collector-car-auction

2021 Okotoks Collector Car Auction vehicle list:
https://www.okotokscarauction.com/2021-auction-vehicles/

Okotoks Collector Car Auction web site:
https://www.okotokscarauction.com/

Re-opening plan presents open road for Langley Good Times Cruise-In:
https://www.aldergrovestar.com/community/re-opening-plan-presents-open-road-for-langley-good-times-cruise-in/

SVAA Alberta Rides Summer 2021 magazine now online:
https://www.svaalberta.com/albertarides.html

Richard and Penny Hammer from Alberta, Go All-In With Their ’65 Acadian Canso Sport Deluxe:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/65-acadian-canso-sport-deluxe/

John Hornbrook‘s ’32 Ford Three-Window Coupe Captures Goodguys 2021 Tanks, Inc. Hot Rod of the Year Crown!:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-2021-tanks-inc-hot-rod-of-the-year/

Music For Your Road, no. 5: The Guitars that Took Over the World, Part 1:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/music-for-your-road-no-5-the-guitars-that-took-over-the-world-part-1/

Music for your Road, no. 6: The Guitars That Took Over The World, Part 2:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/music-for-your-road/music-for-your-road-no-6-the-guitars-that-took-over-the-world-part-2/

In the big picture, how important are the cars and the garage space?:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/in-the-big-picture-how-important-are-the-cars-and-the-garage-space/

GALLERY: A First-Timer’s View Of The Grand Prix De Monaco Historique 2021:
https://petrolicious.com/articles/gallery-a-first-timers-view-of-the-grand-prix-de-monaco-historique-2021

Finding The Stylish Side Of Safety Regulations With A Soft-Window Porsche 912 Targa:
https://petrolicious.com/articles/finding-the-stylish-side-of-safety-regulations-with-a-soft-window-porsche-912-targa

Quick Times Magazine June 2021 issue now online here:
http://quick-times.com/quick-times-magazine-june-2021/

Good Guys magazine July 2021 issue now online here:
http://digitaleditiononline.com/publication/?m=54239&i=708145&p=1

The ultimate Aston Martin DB5 collection: yours for £4 million:
https://www.motoringresearch.com/car-news/aston-martin-db5-collection-for-sale/

Ford’s electric Mustang production has now exceeded its gas-powered Mustangs’
Mach-E sees sales soar globally, but in the U.S. the car outsells the SUV almost three to one:
https://driving.ca/auto-news/industry/fords-electric-mustang-production-has-now-exceeded-its-gas-powered-mustangs

End of the Road: Building cars in Atlantic Canada
There was no shortage of automotive entrepreneurs Down East:
https://driving.ca/car-culture/vintage-collectible/end-of-the-road-building-cars-in-atlantic-canada

Barry Blomquist’s Pontiac 2+2 Goes Well Beyond the Sum of Its Parts:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/barry-blomquists-pontiac-22/

John McLeod Inducted to the Daryl Starbird Rod and Custom Hall of Fame:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/john-mcleod-inducted-to-daryl-starbird-hall-of-fame/

John Hornbrook‘s ’32 Ford Three-Window Coupe Captures Goodguys 2021 Tanks, Inc. Hot Rod of the Year Crown!:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/goodguys-2021-tanks-inc-hot-rod-of-the-year/

Bill Vance: Ford Taurus a big gamble that paid off handsomely:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-ford-taurus-a-big-gamble-that-paid-off-handsomely-1.24326528

NASA Jim and his Gray Ray Corvette
A machine made to move:
https://driving.ca/car-culture/vintage-collectible/nasa-jim-and-his-gray-ray-corvette

Totaled Toyota Supra Has Unexpected Value:
https://carbuzz.com/news/totaled-toyota-supra-has-unexpected-value

A Bad or Missing Title Can Derail That Project | Column:
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/clean-titles/

Patina: The Good, The Bad, and How to Preserve the True Time-Worn Classics:
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/patina-good-bad-and-how-preserve-true-time-worn-cl/

Did a Cadillac boat penned by Brooks Stevens inspire the 1959 Cadillac’s tail fins?(For Brad L.):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/cadillac-boat-brooks-stevens-1959-tail-fins/

Is the Nissan Z poised to become the next 911?:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/market-trends/nissan-z-next-911/

What If? 1957 Tesla:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/what-if/what-if-1957-tesla/

The 1968 Buick Electra 225 was Flint’s finest:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/klockau-classics/the-1968-buick-electra-225-was-flints-finest/

Prewar cars, the cornerstone of our hobby, are doing just fine:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/market-trends/hagerty-insider/prewar-cars-the-cornerstone-of-our-hobby-are-doing-just-fine/

Frank Sinatra wasn’t the only celeb to own this sweet 1970 Maserati Ghibli:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/auctions/frank-sinatra-celeb-1970-maserati-ghibli/

VIN 001 Mustang Sold to Airline Pilot Three Days Before the Official Launch:
https://www.thedrive.com/news/40945/vin-001-mustang-sold-to-airline-pilot-three-days-before-the-official-launch

We Dairy You to Restore This Dodge Milk Bottle-Mobile to Its Former Glory:
https://www.thedrive.com/news/40925/we-dairy-you-to-restore-this-dodge-milk-bottle-mobile-to-its-former-glory

A series of terrible ideas: The Stoner T, Part 22(Interesting hiding place for an alternator):
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/01/a-series-of-terrible-ideas-the-stoner-t-part-22

Win or lose, these five Indy cars became some of the most legendary racers to lap the Brickyard:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/30/win-or-lose-these-five-indy-cars-became-some-of-the-most-legendary-racers-to-lap-the-brickyard

Drive or restore? That’s the question facing the buyer of this Full Classic Cadillac:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/04/drive-or-restore-thats-the-question-facing-the-buyer-of-this-full-classic-cadillac

Facel Vega founder Jean Daninos vainly hoped his modified personal 1960 Facellia 2+2 could save the company:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/04/facel-vega-founder-jean-daninos-vainly-hoped-his-modified-personal-1960-facellia-22-could-save-the-company

Daily Briefing: projects sell well at Bonhams, belated Diablo Bash:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/03/daily-briefing-projects-sell-well-at-bonhams-belated-diablo-bash

Amazing Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance 2021- Report & Photo Gallery:
https://sportscardigest.com/2021-amelia-island-concours/

Studebaker’s Italian Job: The 1960 Lark Frua:
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/studebakers-italian-job-the-1960-lark-frua/#more-84430

Lowrider Garage Ep. 59 – Intruders C.C.:
https://www.lowrider.com/features/lowrider-garage-59-intruders-car-club/

David Freiburger Recalls “Times I Failed Horribly!”:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/david-freiburger-recalls-mistakes/

Oak Glen Rod Run 2021(Tons of pics):
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/oak-glen-rod-run-car-show-2021/

Father Knows Best (Mopar family):
https://www.dodgegarage.com/news/article/owners-clubs/2021/06/father-knows-best.html

The Great Texas Mopar® Auction: Preview:
https://www.dodgegarage.com/news/article/events/2021/06/the-great-texas-mopar-auction-preview.html

Broncos, Gladiators, Raptors & More: How to Hit the Trail with Hot Wheels:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/broncos-gladiators-raptors-more-how-to-hit-the-trail-with-hot-wheels/

Sydney Hot Rod & Custom Auto Expo 2021(Nice rides):
https://www.whichcar.com.au/events/sydney-hot-rod-custom-auto-expo-2021

Jerry Wiegert: The man behind the American supercar, The Vector:
https://www.whichcar.com.au/features/jerry-wiegert

Jim Ewing’s Texas T – No Brakes, No Shocks (For Ken C):
https://www.torqtalk.com/home/jim-ewings-texas-t

How to Build a 1955 Ford F-100 in 300 Days:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-may-2021-bloom-1955-ford/

Coverage from the 47th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals South:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/southern-comfort/

Hagerty: Free Automobile Assurance(Story on collector car insurance by Randy from Special Car Store):
http://www.specialcarstore.com/content/hagerty-free-automobile-assurance

English Racing Automobiles Live On
The story of the iconic E.R.A.(That would be a blast!):
https://www.collierautomedia.com/english-racing-automobiles-live-on-the-story-of-the-iconic-e-r-a

Remembering the Great Accomplishments of Betty Skelton:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/remembering-the-great-accomplishments-of-betty-skelton

Aces Hot Rod Resurrection 2021:
https://nostalgiahighway.com/aces-hot-rod-resurrection-2021/

Car of the Week: 1955 Ford Thunderbird ‘Gasser’:
https://www.oldcarsweekly.com/features/car-of-the-week-1955-ford-thunderbird-gasser

For Sale:
Rust Bros Restorations 1957 GMC Sierra resto-mod goes up for auction on AutoHunter(The behind the scenes story):
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/06/04/1957-gmc-sierra-resto-mod-goes-up-for-auction-on-autohunter/

Here is the auction listing for the Rust Bros Restorations 1957 GMC Pickup:
https://autohunter.com/Listing/Details/8275843/Rust-Bros-Restorations-1957-GMC-Pickup

Tech:
How to rebuild a steering rack | Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite project | Video:
https://classicmotorsports.com/video/how-rebuild-steering-rack-austin-healey-bugeye-sprite-project-video/

Your handy 1955-62 MG MGA buyer’s guide:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/buying-and-selling/your-handy-1955-62-mg-mga-buyers-guide/

2001-2004 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Buyers Guide:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/28/1123392

Glasswork: Fiberglass Bodywork Tips:
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/glasswork-fiberglass-bodywork-tips/

Tech Tips: First-Generation Mazda Miata
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/tech-tips-first-generation-mazda-miata/

Edd China’s Workshop Diaries: Plumbing Shop Air, And Getting Close To Done With The Worlds Fastest Electric Ice Cream Van:
https://bangshift.com/general-news/tech-stories/edd-chinas-workshop-diaries-plumbing-shop-air-and-getting-close-to-done-with-the-worlds-fastest-electric-ice-cream-van/

Piston Slap: Do water jackets ever need a life jacket?:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/advice/piston-slap/piston-slap-do-water-jackets-ever-need-a-life-jacket/

Five things you should know about wax and polish before shining your ride:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/04/five-things-you-should-know-about-wax-and-polish-before-prepping-your-vintage-ride

What to consider when reassembling your first restoration project:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/02/some-things-to-consider-when-reassembling-your-first-restoration-project

EFI Troubleshooting/Tuning Tips:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/efi-troubleshooting-tuning-tips/

Upside-Down Tool Storage Systems Based on Their Connection Points:
https://www.core77.com/posts/108960/Upside-Down-Tool-Storage-Systems-Based-on-Their-Connection-Points?utm_source=core77&utm_medium=from_title

Videos:
Bello’s Kustoms build some cool stuff:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPiNwjdhAjRTqQHDmtfSV_A/videos

Soul Made: Mark Jarel-Built Slot Car Tracks :
https://petrolicious.com/films/soul-made-jarel-built-slot-car-tracks

The story of the lost Chevrolet Corvair rotting away in the Darien Jungle for 60 years:
https://youtu.be/7U5ZkJrRTE8

WATCH THIS: Cackle!:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/06/03/watch-this-cackle

Cloud Model T Car Museum – Bard Ca:
https://youtu.be/cf1wJVj4-0E

Shop tours:
Mark Jarel shop pics (Wow):
https://themightymotor.com/blogs/found/jarelbuilt

Mark Jarel, Is It A Garage, Home, Or Heaven?:
https://petrolicious.com/articles/is-it-a-garage-home-or-heaven

Jim Bridgewater: ‘I am Blessed’ (Nice garages and cars!):
https://www.highline-autos.com/jim-bridgewater-i-am-blessed/

Cheers, Darryl.

Stuff from D. May 30th, 2021

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Barrett Jackson summer 2021 magazine:
https://catalog.barrett-jackson.com/summer-2021-experience/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=eblast&utm_campaign=210525_Digital%20Magazine

The 1935 Bugatti Aerolithe “Electron Coupe” that was built by Guild of Automotive Restorers is now on display at Precious Metals:
https://www.pmautos.com/1935-bugatti-aerolith

The 1973 Pontiac Trans Am I first saw at 17 is mine and ready to finally hit the road (This car premiered at the 2020 Calgary World of Wheels):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/magazine-features/the-1973-pontiac-trans-am-i-first-saw-at-17-is-mine-and-ready-to-finally-hit-the-road/

Unfolding a Guide to the Past
Road maps do more than just tell you how to get somewhere, they also reveal something about the history of a place and people:
https://www.wheels.ca/news/unfolding-a-guide-to-the-past/

Reliable Rods! Goodguys 2021 Tanks, Inc. Hot Rod of the Year Contenders Hit the Road:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/2021-tanks-inc-hot-rod-of-the-year-contenders-hit-the-road/

“El Chapo” – River City Rods’ 1976 Ford B100:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/el-chapo-1976-ford-b100/

Goodguys and Murray Kustom Rods Team Up for Rockin’ TGIF Party in Texas:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/murray-kustom-rods-tgif-party/

George Poteet’s Holman Moody-Inspired ’57 Ford F100:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/holman-moody-ford-f100/

Bill Vance chats about the Continental was engine supplier to the industry:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-continental-was-engine-supplier-to-the-industry-1.24323369

Iconic Vancouver car wrecking yard closes doors forever
Coast Import Auto Supply was the go to place when searching for a hard-to-find bit of British or Italian treasure:
https://driving.ca/column/collector-classics/iconic-vancouver-car-wrecking-yard-closes-doors-forever

Death-defying daredevils and their flying machines
It was hell on wheels at Vancouver’s Pacific International Exhibition 50 years ago:
https://driving.ca/column/collector-classics/death-defying-daredevils-and-their-flying-machines

Motor Mouth: Finding religion — on the back of a trailer
The well-equipped Good Samaritan packs a Bible and tie-downs:
https://driving.ca/column/motor-mouth/motor-mouth-finding-religion-on-the-back-of-a-trailer

Smithology: Until you one day wake up and have actually gone someplace:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/smithology/smithology-until-you-one-day-wake-up-and-have-actually-gone-someplace/

The first Oldsmobile Toronado, full of front-drive muscle, was never chained to convention:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/magazine-features/oldsmobile-toronado-front-drive-muscle/

1930s Isky Roadster Was Assembled Back When Hot Rods Were Called Soup Jobs
Builder Ed Iskenderian cast the unique hood ornament in his high school shop class.:
https://www.thedrive.com/news/40630/1930s-isky-roadster-was-assembled-back-when-hot-rods-were-called-soup-jobs

On the rebound: Five facts about shock absorbers and struts:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/28/on-the-rebound-five-facts-about-shock-absorbers-and-struts

Remembering the Partnership between Hurst and Oldsmobile:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/remembering-the-partnership-between-hurst-and-oldsmobile

Rare Car Network “Reincarnation” car magazine can be viewed online here:
https://www.rcnmag.com/ezines

Shop Tours:
Lowrider Garage Tours Pinstriper Ron Herandez Museum of Fine Art
Get a behind the scenes look at a mancave full of art, lowrider history, and countless memories:
https://www.lowrider.com/features/lowrider-garage-tours-ron-hernandez-mancave/

Tech Tips:
Tanked up: Learning to make aluminum fuel tanks with Tab Classics:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/aluminum-fuel-tanks-tab-classics-uk/

Wrenchin’ Wednesday: Craft your own bead crimping pliers:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/wrenchin-wednesday-craft-your-own-bead-crimping-pliers/

What’s the charge? A Mustang’s vexing electrical issue:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/whats-the-charge-a-mustangs-vexing-electrical-issue/

The final push: Six Ways to Sunday racing begins this week (Honda XR250R build):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/the-final-push-six-ways-to-sunday-racing-begins-this-week/

10 Auto Restoration Dos and Don’ts
How to make the most of your restoration investment:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/10-auto-restoration-dos-and-donts

Tools You Need to Assemble Deutsch Connectors: Affordable Options for High-End Vehicle Electrical Systems:
https://www.onallcylinders.com/2021/05/27/tools-you-need-to-assemble-deutsch-connectors-affordable-options-for-high-end-vehicle-electrical-systems/

Videos:
Classic car meet 2021 in Alberta:
https://youtu.be/3l7iBOlKr_g

You can see more videos from the above Youtuber here:
https://www.youtube.com/user/clydesdalexr3i/videos

I Build Tiny Cars Out Of Old Fridges | RIDICULOUS RIDES:
https://youtu.be/L4MpBPXojF4

Dwarf Cars: Mechanic Hand-Builds Mini Motors:
https://youtu.be/IfQ3PTOOFOM

Dwarf Cars as shown on My Classic Car:
https://youtu.be/SDnGo14X46M

Video: Was This TruckVan Unsafe?(brief excerpt from a 1963 Chevrolet sales film):
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/video-was-this-truck-unsafe/

Video: Field Testing the 1963 Chevrolets (The full version of the video mentioned above):
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/video-field-testing-the-1963-chevrolets/

Cheers, Darryl.

Stuff from D. May 23rd, 2021

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Pratt and Whitney Radial Engine wall art.

Calgary Grey Eagle Drive-In to resume, but frustrations persist around Alberta rules:
https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/grey-eagle-drive-in-to-resume-but-frustrations-persist-around-alberta-rules

Rocky Mountain Motorsports track just outside Calgary is getting closer to completion:
https://rockymotorsports.com/

10 most memorable movie wagons:
https://driving.ca/car-culture/lists/10-most-memorable-movie-wagons

Danny Vandergriff Showcases Mild Custom Class with His Forward Look 1957 Chrysler:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/danny-vandergriff-1957-chrysler/

Reggie Kopecky’s 1967 Pontiac GTO:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/kopecky-1967-pontiac-gto/

Foothill Fabrication Thinks Beyond the Traditional Hot Rod Mold:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/foothill-fabrication/

“F1K” – John Jinnings 1,000HP Twin Turbo ’72 F100:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/f1k-1000hp-72-f100/

Bentley celebrates centennial of its first racing victory:
https://journal.classiccars.com/2021/05/18/bentley-celebrates-centennial-of-its-first-racing-victory/

River City Classics @ Eamon’s Garage (Some great pics from Off the Beaten Path with Chris and Connie):
https://www.bigdoer.com/45461/old-things/river-city-classics-eamons-garage/

Bill Vance chats about the Bugatti Type 41 Royale was created for European royalty:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-bugatti-type-41-royale-was-created-for-european-royalty-1.24317806

Bill Vance chats about how the Post-war Roadmaster helped Buick stay in the lead:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-post-war-roadmaster-helped-buick-stay-in-the-lead-1.24320499

Turn Four Restorations keeps Brickyard relics race-ready:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/people/turn-four-restorations-keeps-brickyard-relics-race-ready/

The Urban Outlaw, the Hack Mechanic, and four old tires:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/the-hack-mechanic/the-urban-outlaw-the-hack-mechanic-and-four-old-tires/

Meet the Port Coquitlam Tomb Raider of beer cans:
https://theprovince.com/life/food/meet-the-tomb-raider-of-beer-cans/wcm/0ead8b35-21bd-4f5d-b618-ed4b34986887

Holy Little Red Lie, Batman!
A quasi-fib led to Andrew Goodwin becoming Adam West’s agent, and the creation of a Canadian-made Batmobile.:
https://www.wheels.ca/news/holy-little-red-lie-batman/

Wheely great reads for Father’s Day:
https://driving.ca/column/on-the-road/wheely-great-reads-for-fathers-day

In Monaco, a Royal Collection of Cars:
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/21/sports/autoracing/monaco-royal-car-collection.html

Get in your Garage – June 2021:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/get-in-your-garage-june-2021/

El Diablo – Fred Bishop’s Red-on-Red ’71 F100:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/el-diablo-f100/

Bottled Lightning – Electric Racing Goes Mainstream:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/electric-racing/

This 1970 1/2 Chevrolet Camaro is frill-free and totally amazing:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/opinion/klockau-classics/this-1970-1-2-chevrolet-camaro-is-frill-free-and-totally-amazing/

Amelia Island Concours d’LeMons “gets bigger and dumber every year”:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/events/amelia-island-concours-dlemons-gets-bigger-and-dumber-every-year/

The new Hagerty Drivers Foundation champions car culture, education, and innovation:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/news/the-new-hagerty-drivers-foundation-champions-car-culture-education-and-innovation/

Dale Clifft’s original three-wheeler prototype emerges from hiding after decades, heads to Petersen:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/21/dale-cliffts-original-three-wheeler-prototype-emerges-from-hiding-after-decades-heads-to-petersen

Yes, a supercharged, 8-second Boss 429 1970 Mustang can be used for safety education(Lawman Ford Mustang):
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/20/lawman-ford-mustang-boss-bill-goldberg

The Story of the GM Electrovan – The First-Ever Working Fuel Cell Vehicle – Made in America:
https://www.topspeed.com/cars/the-story-of-the-gm-electrovan-the-first-ever-working-fuel-cell-vehicle-made-in-america-ar191802.html

Woodies Cruise in Memory of Builder Doug Carr of Wood N’ Carr:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/woodies-cruise-memory-builder-doug-carr-wood-n-carr/

1969 Chevy Chevelle Restomod Build For The Road And For SEMA:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/1969-tmi-chevy-chevelle/

The 3rd Gen Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z and Z28 Are About To Skyrocket With Classic Muscle Car Collectors:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-3rd-gen-chevrolet-camaro-iroc-z-and-z28-are-about-to-skyrocket-with-classic-muscle-car-collectors/

The Pontiac 455 V8 was The GTO and Firebird Brand’s Last “Big Block”:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-pontiac-455-v8-was-the-gto-and-firebird-brands-last-big-block/

The 1959 Corvette Sting Ray Racer Offered a Timeless Design:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/the-1959-corvette-sting-ray-racer-offered-a-timeless-design

Reggie Jackson, Baseball and Classic Cars: A Success Story:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/reggie-jackson-baseball-and-classic-cars-a-success-story

Shop Tours:
Hot Rod Shop Tour: South City Rod and Custom:
https://inthegaragemedia.com/ctp-2104-scrc-its/

Tech:
How to easily, quickly detail your paint | Project Porsche 911:
https://classicmotorsports.com/project-cars/1984-porsche-911-carrera/how-easily-quickly-detail-your-paint-project-porsc/

Buyer Guide: Volvo 122S and 123GT :
https://classicmotorsports.com/articles/buyer-guide-volvo-122s-and-123gt/

My XR250R wrenching philosophy: I’ll cross that Bridge(port) when I get there:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/my-xr250r-wrenching-philosophy-ill-cross-that-bridgeport-when-i-get-there/

10 Biggest Carburetor Tuning Mistakes:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/1202phr-10-biggest-carb-mistakes/

Why Adding Power Brakes To Any Classic Chevy Is A Great Upgrade:
https://www.streetmusclemag.com/tech-stories/brakes-suspension/why-adding-power-brakes-to-any-classic-chevy-is-a-great-upgrade/

Videos:
Jerry’s 32 Deuce by Vancouver Island Hot Rods:
https://youtu.be/k2YzZJRnNGw

How to Restore a Car, Part 4: Rebuilding Brake Calipers | Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite Project | Video:
https://classicmotorsports.com/video/how-restore-car-part-4-rebuilding-brake-calipers-austin-healey-bugeye-sprite-project-video/

The Number One Team: A 1967 Chevrolet Film:
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/the-number-one-team-a-1967-chevrolet-film/

Master Mechanics: Kingsbury Racing Shop:
https://petrolicious.com/films/master-mechanics-kingsbury-racing-shop

Next Exit: A History of Roadside Attractions (Thanks Brad A.):
https://youtu.be/XYHDN98MM1w

Cheers, Darryl.

Stuff from D. May 16th, 2021

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Stuff from D. May 9th, 2021

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Good Guys magazine June 2021 issue now online:
http://digitaleditiononline.com/publication/?m=54239&i=705036&p=1&ver=html5

Stock Stories: 1958 Honda Super Cub:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorcycles/stock-stories-1958-honda-super-cub/

This newly acquired Chrysler Turbine had better get ready for some exercise (Some cool pics of the car):
https://www.hagerty.com/media/news/chrysler-turbine-stahls-museum/

The Messerschmitt bubble car rides again
Tiny tandem two-seater offers gas or electric powered 1950s thrills:
https://driving.ca/auto-news/news/the-messerschmitt-bubble-car-rides-again

2021 Spring Lone Star Nationals Builders Choice Top 10 Trucks from Hill’s Hot Rods:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/top-10-trucks-from-hills-hot-rods/

Beyond Business – Brian Baker’s 1950 Plymouth Business Coupe:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/1950-plymouth-business-coupe/

Refined & Rowdy – KC Mathieu’s ’68 F100 Blends Show Truck Style and Big-Time Power:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/kc-mathieu-68-f100/

5TSHDZZ – Jerry Wood’s ’72 F100 Bumpside:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/5tshdzz-72-f100/

Gary Goodin’s Burnished Brown 1969 Camaro Z/28:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/gary-goodin-1969-camaro-z-28/

Bill Vance chats about the Stylish and roomy 1956 Rambler was AMC’s salvation:
https://www.timescolonist.com/driving/bill-vance-stylish-and-roomy-1956-rambler-was-amc-s-salvation-1.24315439

Good things come to those who wait? Jonny Smith and his 18-year Chevrolet Impala lowrider project:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/09/jonnysmithlowrider

At Gasper’s Restoration, a passion for restoring old fire trucks evolved into a business:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/responding-to-the-call

Bobby Unser, three-time Indy 500 winner and 13-time Pike’s Peak champ, 1934-2021 (RIP Bobby Unser):
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/03/bobby-unser-1934-2021-obituary

Video: Remembering Bobby Unser, 1934-2021:
https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/video-remembering-bobby-unser-1934-2021/

Rest In Speed: BOBBY UNSER, Feb 20, 1934 – May 2, 2021:
https://mattstonecars.com/rest-in-speed-bobby-unser-feb-20-1934-may-2-2021/

Restoration Conundrum: Keep it in driving condition, or give it the works?:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/restoration-conundrum

Find of the Day: When Jaguar won at Le Mans, its customers were rewarded with the likes of this 1956 Jaguar XK140MC OTS:
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2021/05/02/find-of-the-day-when-jaguar-won-at-le-mans-its-customer-were-rewarded-with-the-likes-of-this-1956-jaguar-xk140mc-ots

100-Year-Old Family Wrecking Yard Sells Off Cars and Parts (Lots of cool vintage pics):
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/100-year-old-family-wrecking-yard-sells-off-cars-and-parts/

The Henry Ford: “Driven to Win” with its New Racing Exhibit:
https://www.motorcities.org/story-of-the-week/2021/the-henry-ford-driven-to-win-with-its-new-racing-exhibit

John Walker’s Cobble Hill Express has been a labour of love for the past five years.(Go to min 2:52 to see train part):
https://www.cheknews.ca/chek-upside-cobble-hill-retiree-turns-lawnmower-into-locomotive-782234/

Interviews:
5 Minutes With Steve Tracy of Advanced Plating:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/steve-tracy/

Tech:
Looking for answers about mechanical ignition? Check out this FAQ:
https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/looking-for-answers-about-mechanical-ignition-check-out-this-faq/

Critical Cargo – A Guide to Towing and Transportation Safety:
https://www.fuelcurve.com/towing-and-transportation-safety/

How to Paint a Car:
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/car-craft-shows-paint-like-pro/

Cheers, Darryl.

Darryl's Drive In

Just another guy bitten by the car hobby bug and happy to share information.

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