How to Build a T-Bucket Hot Rod Roadster

Archive for March, 2011

The Speedway Motors T-Bucket Kits Assembly Manual Review

The Speedway Motors T-Bucket Kits Assembly Manual Review

| March 30, 2011 | Comments (0)

We thought a brief review of the new Speedway Motors T-Bucket Assembly Manual was in order because not only is it of interest to prospective T-Bucket builders but we’ve also noticed that there is some confusion regarding the publication.

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Steve’s Unfinished T-Bucket “Project” Makeover, Part 1

Steve’s Unfinished T-Bucket “Project” Makeover, Part 1

| March 28, 2011 | Comments (0)

“Should I buy that unfinished T-Bucket project I heard about that’s for sale cheap?” is a question that deserves a thoughtful response with good information.

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The Wintec Roadster T-Bucket Kit, “Before” and “After”

The Wintec Roadster T-Bucket Kit, “Before” and “After”

| March 24, 2011 | Comments (0)

Our recent “Shop Stop” at Wintec Fabrication fanned the flames even more about the Wintec Roadster. People wanted to know more about how this stretched, not quite a Tub, T-Bucket came about. So, here goes.

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So-Cal T’s 7th Annual T-Bucket 101 Fun Run

So-Cal T’s 7th Annual T-Bucket 101 Fun Run

| March 23, 2011 | Comments (0)

T-Bucket owners travel from Arizona, Nevada and throughout California to participate in this day of cruising and fellowship. For a half-dozen years, I’ve heard from other T-Bucket owners that this is a must do event if you live anywhere near the area or can work it into your travel plans.

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“Turn of the Century” Fiberglass T-Bucket Body Bargains

“Turn of the Century” Fiberglass T-Bucket Body Bargains

| March 21, 2011 | Comments (7)

In answer to the question, “Is there any way today to build a T-Bucket hot rod on a real budget?” I have to respond with an emphatic “yes”. To prove that point, you can now buy a new fiberglass T-Bucket body for only $275.

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The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 3 – Unveiling

The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 3 – Unveiling

| March 20, 2011 | Comments (0)

When The Takeout T made its debut at the Grand National Roadster Show and was judged for the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster title it was like Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Rocky, The Rookie, and The World’s Fastest Indian all rolled into one.

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The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 2 – Details

The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 2 – Details

| March 19, 2011 | Comments (0)

Maybe I shouldn’t be too surprised that to achieve such a high level of perfection in a garage and on a budget takes lots of innovative thinking, skills and patience. While we’re looking at Russ’s unique firewall treatment, this presents a perfect introduction to where the name, The Takeout T, came from.

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The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 1 – Backstory

The Takeout T: America’s Truly Most Beautiful Roadster, Part 1 – Backstory

| March 19, 2011 | Comments (4)

Russ Freund’s T roadster is so well-done, so right for the time and so downright cool that it’s certain to get significant coverage by the hot rod print media. But there are two things about this terrific T that loom large from my perspective …

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Pursue that T-Bucket Pot of Gold!

Pursue that T-Bucket Pot of Gold!

| March 10, 2011 | Comments (0)

From Chester Greenhalgh and John at TBucketPlans.com, may you have the luck of the Irish in your T-Bucket construction project and many miles …

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Upcoming “T-Bucket Challenge” Drags in New Zealand

Upcoming “T-Bucket Challenge” Drags in New Zealand

| March 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

“The Hot Rod internet forums have gone berserk about T-Buckets recently so we’re hoping for a big turnout,” for the T-Bucket Challenge at the 2011 Nostalgia Drags New Zealand.

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