1930 Ford hot rod

You know how rat rods are supposed to be basic, crude, and kind of nasty? This incredible 1930 Ford tudor sedan changes the game in a big way. Professionally built by A&J Street Rods, it definitely nails the rat rod look but adds a jaw-dropping interior, impeccable build quality, and plenty of creature comforts to the mix to create something altogether new and different. Is this the ultimate expression of the traditional hot rod?





Yes, we know the rat rod movement was born from guys getting tired of high-dollar pro-built rods dominating the scene, but look again at the price tag on this beautifully crafted Ford. It isn't crazy and just look at what you get! It's got that old school look in spades, from the ultra-low chopped roof to the bare metal bodywork to the exposed flathead, but it simply runs and drives like a properly engineered machine. Not all rat rods can make that claim. You'll note that the body, while still nailing the back-to-basics look, fits together extremely well, although a few bumps and bruises were retained just for effect. Up front there's a cut-down '32 Ford grille shell and a set of bullet-style headlights, plus one fog lamp that's really kind of cool. The license plate was frenched into the rear valence and there's a cool fuel filler up high, almost as if it was installed as an afterthought. Yeah, this car nails the look.




The interior is simply gorgeous. While many rat rods make due with cribbed buckets from late-models or a bench covered with a blanket, this one is beautifully crafted in saddle leather. The low-back buckets are all-day comfortable and still provide plenty of room in the chopped sedan. Sisal carpets provide a wonderful contrast to the smooth leather, and the same carpets are used as inserts on the door and kick panels. A tilt column makes it easy to settle in behind the wheel, and a bare metal instrument panel full of Classic Instruments gauges echoes the exterior look. Creature comforts include power windows, cold A/C, and a powerful stereo system, so get ready to cruise. There's also a custom-made set of luggage in matching materials that goes with the car, a nice touch echoing back to the coachbuilt era. How can you not fall in love with this car?




The engine isn't some garden-variety small block Chevy, but rather a bored and stroked 8BA Ford flathead. Inside you'll find a Scat steel crank, an Isky cam, and a set of fresh Offenhauser finned cylinder heads. There's a new Eddie Meyers aluminum manifold with a pair of Edelbrock 94s on top, which gives it a traditional hot rod look, and we love that finned air cleaner. You'll also dig the custom exhaust pipes that have flapper valves on top, a cool rat rod touch that's also functional, and both the block and the firewall are covered in Ford bronze engine enamel. The front suspension is a Super Bell 4-inch dropped axle on a Posies spring, a pair of Pete & Jakes shocks, and a set of disc brakes. Out back, Chassis Engineering supplied a 4-link with QA1 adjustable shocks, and there are a pair of discs here, too. A C4 3-speed automatic transmission spins a 9-inch rear end, so this is an all-Ford build for those of you who care. Black painted steel wheels are back-to-basics cool and carry 205/75/14 front and 235/75/15 rear wide whitewall radials for the perfect retro look.

*The body is all steel, chopped 4 inches, 32 ford rear tank. locking doors, white vinyl top and running boards, pin striped, louvered hood, reversed firewall, dyna floor matt and fully upholstered in black/ silver pleats. *Chassis is a 1930/31 model a ford frame that has been fully boxed, 1932 Ford frame extensions for 32 tank mod. steering is Saginaw with shortened speedway column, white moon wheel. wheels are 15" Wheel Vintique powder coated white, tires are new Coker brand American Classic radials 8.20 R15x 5.60 R15 up front, 4 wheel disc brakes, Willwood swing pedal assembly and master and clutch master, 4" dropped front end with 1938 Ford split wishbones, rear end is a 9" ford from a 1959 Ford Ranchero, stock width, 3.00 gears, and rear air shocks, also, set up for towing with hidden hitch and wiring. *Engine is a late 80's Cummins 4bt with plenty of power, torque, great fuel economy, and sounds like a hopped up banger motor. *Transmission is 1988-91 M5R2 with mechanical speedo, Ford F-150 slave cylinder; Great shifting 5 speed.

This '30 Ford build was completed in 2007, less than 2,500 miles ago. Needless to say, this build is fresh! Under the hood you'll find a small block 355ci Chevy paired to a TH350 automatic transmission, along with a long list of upgrades and modifications. Inside this '30 you'll find suede door panels, big leather bucket seats, a Lokar floor shifter, custom-painted & shaved dashboard, Grant steering wheel and Ididit tilt steering column. Underneath this Candy Apple Red coupe you'll find a highly detailed undercarriage with upgrades like Viper coilovers, Corvette power brakes and 4-link suspension throughout!




Mechanics:

350ci V8 Engine (#: 3970010 block; February 13, 1978)
Holley Single 4-Barrel Carb
- Dual Feed
- Electric Choke
- Vacuum Secondaries
Mechanical Components:
- Heat Wrapped Headers
- Heat Boots on Spark Plug Wires
- New Steering Linkage
- Edelbrock Aluminum Intake
- Stock Appearing Distributor
- Electric Fan on Radiator
- Lokar Trans Dipstick
Engine Bay Cosmetics:
- Chromed Alternator
- Shaved and Painted Firewall Looks Great
TH350 3-Speed Automatic Transmission (long tail)
Front 4-Link Suspension
- Solid Front Axle
- Single Leaf Spring
- Vega Style Gear Box
Rear 4-Link Suspension
- Viper Alloy Coilovers
Ford 9” Rear End (May 8, 1973)
- Ratio: 2.73:1
- Open Diff
Brakes:
- Front Power Disc Brakes
- Rear Power Drum Brakes
- Corvette Style Master Setup
Newer Dual Exhaust w/ Similar Magnaflow Mufflers (coated in head wrap)
Large Transmission Cooler
Rear Mounted, Body Painted Gas Tank



Body:

Frame Off Custom Build
Beautiful Candy Apple Red Paint Finish
TCI Frame
'32 Steel Grille Shell
Steel Hood
Steel Body
Fiberglass Front and Rear Fenders
Doors are Nice & Flush w/ Fenders
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean
Third Brake Light
Chromed Bumpers are In Great Shape
Wheels: Baby Moon 15”
Front Tires: BFG Wide White-Wall Radials 185/70R15
Rear Tires: BFG Wide White-Wall Radials 215/70R15




Interior:

Black Interior
- Black Suede Door Panels
- Carpeting Looks New
- Headliner Is Clean
- Upholstery Is Clean
Big Leather Bucket Seats w/ Seat Belts
Lokar Floor Shifter
Custom Shaved/Painted Dashboard
Custom Gauges are Clean and Clear
Custom Grant Steering Wheel
Ididit Tilt Steering Column

1930 Ford Truck Hot Rod
"Flat Nasty"
All steel with original vin number. 1930 title of course
All new fresh build 1 mile
355 sbc with 6-71 blower 558hp Dyno broke in and tuned.
Tremec Tko 5 speed hydraulic clutch
Winters quick change rear end 350/410
Custom Handmade frame front 32
Low boy front end with drop axle,
Four link and coil overs in the rear
So Cal/Willwood front disc brakes that double as old school drum
Willwood rear disc brakes
SS brake lines
Through the cowl steering
Willwood brake and clutch master cylinders under the dash
Custom 1 piece firewall roof and bed (absolutly amazing)
Custom shifter steering wheel and steering arms supports trim and more
All new custom sheet metal
All new wiring
All new cooling system
All new fuel system
100% custom one of a kind driving piece of art
Hand built and tons of handmade parts
Classic instruments gauges
Dirt track tires .
Copper and aluminum bomber seat and door panels.

This truck was designed and hand crafted by my buddys professional speed shop that builds amazing cars.

Small Block Chevy Engine Dressed to Look like an Oldsmobile Engine.
Tremec 5 Speed Transmission.
Chrome Air Cleaners.
3 x 2 Barrel Demon Carburetors.
Custom Oldsmobile Valve Covers.
Vertex Billet Distributor.
Ceramic Coated Headers.
Ceramic Coated Dual Under Car Exhaust with Hushpower Mufflers.
All Chrome Front Suspension.
Chrome I-Beam Drop Front Axle.
Front Disc Brakes.
Quick Change Rear End.
4 Link Rear Suspension with Coilovers.
Fully Finished and Painted Undercarriage.
Custom Black and White Interior.
40 Ford Dash Custom Fitted.
Classic Instruments Gauges.
Moon Tachometer.
Tilt Steering Column with Factory Steering Wheel.
Pioneer Stereo System.
Original Pop-Out Windshield.
Fully Carpeted and Upholstered Trunk.
Electric Trunk Opener.
Moon Tank (Non-Functional).
15" Front and 16" Rear Steel Wheels.
Firestone Pie-Cut Cheater Slick White Wall Rear Tires.
Firestone White Wall Front Tires.
Filled and Smoother Roof Seams.
Black and White Checker Board Painted Firewall.
Tasteful Traditional Pinstripping Throughout.