I first of all
would like to say thanks to the Tri Five Club for recognizing my car. I
purchased the car in Ft. Worth, TX in 1989. The car was in good condition
for a 1957 Belair 2 door HT. I wanted to update the car but keep a nostalgic
look. Although it has taken over 25 years of updates I have enjoyed every
moment of it. The original motor has been replaced with a ZZ4 GM crate motor
with aluminum heads and aluminum intake with two four holey set up. I
changed the original power glide transmission to a 700 R4 transmission. The
rear end is a 9” ride tech coil over with a triangulated four link. The
front has 2 ½” stainless steel tubular arms. The disc brakes are
manufactured by Wilwood both front and back. The radiator is polished
aluminum manufactured by Walker with twin electric fans. Installed and
polished Ididit steering column. I replaced all the gauges with digital
gauges that resemble the factory look. I replaced all glass through out the
car. I had the car painted GM Victory Red. I left the original seats. The
car you might say has old school looks and new style looks! I can’t take
credit for all the work done on this car. Most of the work was done by North
TX Rod and Customs in Kemp, Tx. Their crew, Jack Jon and staff did a great
job at a fair price. I could go on and on. I have recently retired and look
forward to spending more time with my passion.