T Bucket doors that open are introduced n this installment of the ’27 T roadster project. Bob Hamilton starts with the first of a multi-part “how to” covering fabricating T Bucket doors that open in a fiberglass body. This is a very meaty subject that we can only highlight in print. Bob covers opening T Bucket … Read more
Thanks to Rolla Hessel and “T-Odd” Mullins, we can now reveal the dates for the National T Bucket Alliance 2016 events tour. For those unfamiliar with the organization, the National T-Bucket Alliance (NTBA) is a hot rod club focused on the Model T based hot rods commonly known as T-Buckets. The NTBA recognizes that members … Read more
We’re giving away the complete Street Rod 101 DVD Library to one Lucky Winner this month: it could be YOU! The Street Rod 101 DVD Library includes: Hot Rod Frame and Chassis Construction: 4-1/2 hours Fiberglass Body Modifications: 5+ hours Fiberglass Bodywork and Paint: 4 hours T-Bucket and Model-A Hot Rod Modifications: 4+ hours Enter … Read more
While flipping through a Street Rodder magazine from 32 years ago, I was struck by one of their “Garage Scene” features on an Allison V 12 T Bucket that was under construction back then. It’s no secret I’m a big fan of unique T-Buckets. I also grew up in awe of the Allison-powered “Green Monster” … Read more
A lot has happened since we first introduced the Fox Valley Hot Rods low profile Ardun T Bucket project 90 days ago. However, the original plan to unveil it at the Detroit Autorama later this month has gone by the wayside in light of both customer project demands and typical staff turnover in a busy … Read more
If you own a T-Bucket, are thinking about building a T-Bucket or want to buy a T-Bucket, mark your calendar and make plans now for this Summer’s 2016 T Bucket Nationals Indianapolis! July 6th through the 9th are the dates for the T-Bucket Nationals Indianapolis 2016 presented by the National T-Bucket Alliance. If you like … Read more
Just for you, here’s our coverage of the Grand National Roadster Show 2016 Top T-Buckets. This year was the 67th Annual and, as always, it’s an event well worth attending if you happen to be in Southern California. In case you weren’t able to attend, here’s the show through our T-Bucket focused vision — in no … Read more
Our GNRS 2016 coverage continues with this second of three installments on the Top T-Buckets at the Pomona, CA Fairplex. Top T-Buckets at GNRS 2016, Pomona Robert Kropp’s Sweet Six Powered ’23 T I really like the look of Robert Kropp’s inline 6 powered ’23 T. To me, it’s a great example of what can be … Read more