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December 13, 2022
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Installation Tips For Those Tough Spots
Most every pre-’48 car came with fender/body welting, consisting of a simple combination of a narrow strip of vinyl (or similar material) folded over a small-diameter woven cord and glued shut. Its purpose was, and still is, to insulate one piece of body metal from another when bolted together—not an electrical or temperature insulation, but essentially to eliminate squeaks and rattles, and to prevent paint from chipping (or cracking) as the two pieces flexed and vibrated together under normal road use. Generally referred to as fender welting, this product can also be found throughout certain car models; used to mount grilles, running boards and bumper gravel shields.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Borgeson’s Performance Steering Shaft for G-Body, F-Body, & S-10
If you’re all about upgrading your ride’s steering game, then the Borgeson G-Body, F-Body, S10 Steering Shaft is your ticket to automotive nirvana. Designed to fit snugly into 1979-1988 GM G-Body, 1982-1992 GM F-Body, and 1982-1993 S10 pickup models, this bad boy brings a whole new level of performance to the table.
OVER AND UNDER
Our old 350 Chevy-powered ’47 International was running a three-speed 350 Turbo trans with 4.11 gears, which, as you know, is not a great combination for this type of highway cruising. It is fine, however, for those who absolutely love in-town, short-?distance, stop-and-go cruising, as it does prove great low-speed throttle response. On the highway, however, it spins up the engine and uses more fuel. We decided that after having our low-speed fun, we were using too much fuel and weren’t comfortable listening to the whine of the small block as we approached 70 mph. It was time to make a change. We looked around for a number of answers and talked to many classic truck owners who had either installed a new set of gears, an overdrive trans or a Gear Vendors overdrive/underdrive unit. We figured that the new 700R4 trans best fit our application budgetwise, although future plans may call for a Gear Vendors unit, as it represents the best of both worlds. But we first wanted to start with a newer, more modern trans.
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Myers Fenderless ’36 Takes the Trophy at the 75th Grand National Roadster Show
Flawless Execution, Timeless Style: How the Myers Fenderless ‘36 Stole the Show in Pomona ⚙️🏆
If you caught this machine in bare metal at the Rad Rides booth last year, you knew it was gonna be special. But now? Fully finished and flexing some seriously next-level craftsmanship, it’s the total package. From the hand-built body to the insane drivetrain and killer stance, this car just oozes cool.
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Jamie Dent
Photography by Scott Killeen
A Back-to-Back Victory
Pomona, California – Boom! Ross and Beth Myers just pulled off an epic back-to-back win at the Grand National Roadster Show, snagging the 75th AMBR award with another jaw-dropping ride. This thing is an absolute masterpiece, built by the wizards over at Rad Rides by Troy. And yeah, the Myers are making a habit of owning the AMBR stage—last year, Beth took top honors with her killer ’32 Ford Phaeton. Now, Ross is back with a fresh, full-custom 1936 Ford-based roadster that’s been dialed in to perfection.
If you caught this machine in bare metal at the Rad Rides booth last year, you knew it was gonna be special. But now? Fully finished and flexing some seriously next-level craftsmanship, it’s the total package. From the hand-built body to the insane drivetrain and killer stance, this car just oozes cool.
Power and Performance
Under the hood, the Myers Fenderless ’36 is powered by a 1957 McCullough Supercharged, 312ci Ford Y Block. This old-school powerplant delivers serious punch, making sure this roadster isn’t just about looks—it’s got the muscle to back it up. Power is transferred through a Bowler 4r70w Four Speed Automatic transmission, ensuring effortless cruising with smooth and precise shifts.
The rear axle is a Winters Champion Quick-change unit, built for both performance and show-stopping appeal. The suspension setup features a torsion bar system with wishbone-style radius rods and Ridetech Adjustable Shocks, offering a killer stance with modern handling. Stopping power is handled by Wilwood 4-Piston Calipers on all four corners, paired with custom machined drum covers that add to the car’s vintage vibes.
Custom-Built Excellence
The body of this masterpiece is a fully custom, hand-shaped design, loosely based on a 1936 Ford Roadster. No cookie-cutter styling here—every curve and contour was carefully crafted to create a truly unique ride. Underneath, a hand-built frame supports the structure, featuring custom-machined steering and suspension components that highlight pure artistry in engineering.
The car’s BASF/Glasurit Modified Porsche Aventurine Green Metallic paint is deep, rich, and totally unique, ensuring this roadster stands out in any crowd. Inside, the interior is just as impressive, with a custom-built seat and panels wrapped in hand-tipped leather, square weave carpet, and a hand-built lift-off top that ties everything together with a luxurious yet hot rod-inspired feel.
Rolling in Style
Rolling on Ford wide-five, mid-century race-inspired custom-machined wheels wrapped in Excelsior Stal-Sport Radials, this roadster embraces a period-correct look with a modern twist.
A Well-Deserved Win
This ride isn’t just another pretty face—it’s got the engineering chops and attitude to back it up. The AMBR award isn’t just about looking good; it’s about building something truly special, and the Myers’ roadster delivers in spades. Hats off to Rad Rides by Troy for another knockout build and congrats to Beth and Ross Myers for keeping the AMBR trophy in the family. See ya next year, Pomona!
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