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Kobalt Tools/Street Rodder Road Tour 2001
After a couple roadsters, a coupe, and even a Tudor, STREET RODDER finally stepped up and built what many would call a... more |
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The First Mile
People often ask me how the STREET RODDER Road Tour series came about and how I was lucky enough to get "the best job in... more |
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PPG/Street Rodder Road Tour '33 Ford Roadster
This year the Road Tour ride choice is both a runner and a stunner. The past seven Road Tour cars have included coupes,... more |
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2003 Road Tour Build Up Part 3
Every step in assembling a street rod is like building an addition on your house; with each added layer of detailing, like... more |
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Road Tour Build Up Part 2
When viewed in a few magazine installments, the construction of a complete street rod like our 2003 PPG/STREET RODDER Road... more |
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2003 Road Tour Car Build Up Part 1
If you've ever taken a cross-country car trip, you know how the memories can last a lifetime even if you took the trip in a... more |
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The Road to the Northeast Nats
The last four events on the NSRA schedule come in rapid-fire succession in September and October. After a great weekend in... more |
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A Trip To The Zoo
After the huge Nationals in Louisville, there was a brief break in the NSRA schedule - but not in the 2003 PPG / Street... more |
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Road Tour 2001 Continues
Well, folks, we have a winner! No, don't worry...we have not picked a name to win our '36 Chevy yet. The car itself is a... more |
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Road Tour 2001 Mid-America
After our initial 4,700-mile shakedown cruise to Bakersfield, California, and back to Knoxville, Tennessee, I enjoyed a... more |
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Road Tour 2001 -- Back To Basics
Over the past several months you have already noticed that this year's Road Tour car, our beloved Kobalt Tools/STREET... more |
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Road Tour 2001 Build-Up Part 3
Thanks to a long list of talented craftsmen and generous advertisers, the Road Tour 2001 rod is wrapped up and ready to... more |
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Road Tour 2001 Build-Up Part II
Last month we kicked off the first of a three-part series on building the Road Tour 2001 Chevrolet. In that installment the... more |
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A Short Drive To The Fairways--2003 Road Tour
There is no rest on the 2003 PPG Street Rodder Magazine Road Tour for driver Jerry Dixey and the 1933 Ford Roadster. After... more |
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Road Tour 2001 Buildup Part 1
While it may be difficult to believe today, at one time the raw materials for building a rod were not the least bit difficult... more |
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Road Tour Engine
Every year for the past half-dozen, SRM has involved some of the best builders in the business in constructing a new, from... more |
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2003 Road Tour Pueblo, Colorado
After two weeks at home in Ohio it was time for 2003 PPG Street Rodder Road Tour pilot Jerry Dixey to head west to Pueblo,... more |
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Street Rodder Road Tour - Wallpaper
Street Rodder Road Tour... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 8
Chapter 8 - InteriorHere's an "inside" look at street rod interior building. We cover the construction of a folding fabric... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 7
Chapter 7 - ElectricalThis electrical chapter covers the use of an aftermarket wiring panel and kit to wire our street rod,... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 6
Chapter 6 - Pre-UpholsteryIn this chapter you will gain valuable insight into the "secrets" of engine cooling, heating and... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 5
Chapter 5 - Body and PrepworkThree important topics on body and paintwork are covered in this chapter on gun control,... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 4
Chapter 4 - The BodyMaking a visual difference in the Road Tour car is the focus here, from mounting and shimming the... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 3
Chapter 3 - DrivetrainInstallation of the engine and transmission are the focus of this chapter, with additional... more |
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Street Rodder Tech Manual Chapter 2
Chapter 2 - ChassisThe chassis and its suspension are covered in this chapter, from using a built-to-order chassis to... more |
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