Boosted Kaiser-Willys build
#1
Boosted Kaiser-****** build
Figured what better way to document a build than with a build thread.
Back story:
The car is a '55 Kaiser-****** we pulled out of a field in Huntsville, Texas with the intent of doing a nut-and-bolt restoration. After realizing the body tub was shot and that we would be replacing it, we decided to ditch the 4x4 and swap a 5.3 into it.. then after a few too many beers, someone pulled the trigger on a 76mm.. so here we are..
Car as it was when we got it.
Ford 8.8 cut down 10" on either side.
Back story:
The car is a '55 Kaiser-****** we pulled out of a field in Huntsville, Texas with the intent of doing a nut-and-bolt restoration. After realizing the body tub was shot and that we would be replacing it, we decided to ditch the 4x4 and swap a 5.3 into it.. then after a few too many beers, someone pulled the trigger on a 76mm.. so here we are..
Car as it was when we got it.
Ford 8.8 cut down 10" on either side.
#6
To be completely honest, it was dumb luck on my part. I have a good friend who works for an industrial coatings company and he made me an offer I just couldn't resist to blast the chassis. Steel shot just happened to be the only media they used, but I'm quite happy with the results.
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Everytime I see guys racing these, I think they are NUTS! Very cool project, just have to be crazy to drive one IMO! Short *** wheel base, nothing but a helmet, and maybe a cage between you and the ground, but hey, I also stopped riding street bikes! LOL Can't wait to see the progress!
#9
Everytime I see guys racing these, I think they are NUTS! Very cool project, just have to be crazy to drive one IMO! Short *** wheel base, nothing but a helmet, and maybe a cage between you and the ground, but hey, I also stopped riding street bikes! LOL Can't wait to see the progress!
#14
I meant to add that the 3100 was for all new sheet metal; tub, fenders, hood, grill, etc.
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#17
We scored ours for 3100 shipped on ebay via MD Juan in the Philippines. From my research, 90% (if not all) reproduction bodies are coming from the Philippines nowadays, but MD Juan seems to be the most reputable company.
I meant to add that the 3100 was for all new sheet metal; tub, fenders, hood, grill, etc.
I meant to add that the 3100 was for all new sheet metal; tub, fenders, hood, grill, etc.
Stampede.
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Now that to me is funny ****! First thing you do is mount the chute! LOL No body, no motor, but its got a chute (mount at least)!
Don't take that seriously, well, I mean, you did do it in that order, but I am just busting your *****.
I do hope to see those 2 ****** down at LS Fest again this year!
Don't take that seriously, well, I mean, you did do it in that order, but I am just busting your *****.
I do hope to see those 2 ****** down at LS Fest again this year!
#19
Now that to me is funny ****! First thing you do is mount the chute! LOL No body, no motor, but its got a chute (mount at least)!
Don't take that seriously, well, I mean, you did do it in that order, but I am just busting your *****.
I do hope to see those 2 ****** down at LS Fest again this year!
Don't take that seriously, well, I mean, you did do it in that order, but I am just busting your *****.
I do hope to see those 2 ****** down at LS Fest again this year!
As for making LS Fest this year, it’s a long shot. I really do hope to make it out next year. I’ve always wanted to go!
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