Offenhauser Powered "T" roadster

[chassisdude]

As I stated in the intro, this will be a "quick build "...I started with an RM "Big T" and a "TDR" Offenhauser, 110 hp, 4 cylinder engine..The 4 speed transmission and bellhousing are a TDR prototype..Im also using some "Semi Pneumatic " tires instead of the kit tires as I dont care for the kit tires supplied...The build will be basically all from the kit with the exception of the obvious parts.. The interior is white primer for that "soft" look and Im thinking Ill leave it solid white..Looks clean..The engine still requires fasteners and small details..The fuel block will be installed under the injector bank once I fabricate the ball valve and lever then I can run the fuel lines to the individual injectors and to the fuel pump..
Here are some progress shots so far..

[comp1839]

obviously VERY sweet stuff mike!!!!!!!!!

[chassisdude]

obviously VERY sweet stuff mike!!!!!!!!!

Thanks buddy...Just a little diversion from the big builds....Great to hear from ya man...

[kmeaders@q.com]

That is my kind of hot rod! Looks great.

[chassisdude]

That is my kind of hot rod! Looks great.

Thanks Ken..I really like this little power plant...Its got character...

[chassisdude]

I think I might actually get some time to do a little more on the T..Work and life have taken priority in the past few months..I have done "some" building since my last post and with any luck, ill post some updates and pics this weekend...Its turning out to be a sweet little ride....

[chassisdude]

Its Memorial Day and I would like to thank all my "Brothers in arms"... I Finally got a chance to get back to the bench...I fabricated the header for the little "Offy" this morning and did some basic mock up on the car...Here are some updates...

[kmeaders@q.com]

Again, man, great looking little hot rod. I love the extractors.

[chassisdude]

Thanks bud..It seems like it takes as long to build the little ones as it does to build the real ones.

[chassisdude]

Used the "magic dust" to coat the header..Gives it a "metallic ceramic" look...Start with a gloss black base and apply the powder with a q tip then buff with a soft cloth....This stuff is cool...

[chassisdude]

A little more progress..Next step is finalize and detail the assemblies....

[Don Garrett]

[chassisdude]

Thanks Gramps

[chassisdude]

A small bit more today..little by little ... Front axle mounted and 4 bars..Ordered the shifter from TDR for the Muncie today..Floor pan and interior bucket will have to be modified for tranny clearance as well as the fire wall which I will make out of aluminum or stainless..More to come...