Standard Guide to Building Street Rods and Custom Cars: How to Get the Most Car for Your Money

by Ken Wickham

Learn the secrets of how to build a hot street rod without going broke. Enthusiasts will learn step-by-step how to plan for and undertake a custom street rod project. Includes practical advice for the entire process, such as how to assemble a budget and a game plan. Chapters cover in detail each step of building a custom street rod including chassis, engine, bodywork, painting, upholstery, and tips to keep the car looking sharp. Time and money-saving tips and tricks are included throughout, such as whether to use steel or fiberglass. Generously illustrated, this book contains both in-progress how-to photos and inspiring photos of completed street rods. Hobbyists will save time and money and avoid costly mistakes. • Plan and undertake a custom street rod project • Garner time and money-saving tips and tricks • Emphasis placed on safety • Illustrations show major steps

182 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2002