Monday, July 31, 2017

DO YOU AIRBRUSH?

Good Fellaz is in need of an AIR BRUSH TECH! Someone who can get the job done and done right! For more information please email: goodfellazmotors@gmail.com and let Brad know what you can do!

July Magazine Issue Released

LINK:
 https://madmagz.com/magazine/1102311

Check out the newest release!

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

The newest Members at Good Fellaz

Wally!

Kyle!

Brandon!


1936 Chevy Update

The 1959 Lincoln is primed and being prepped for Paint

PAINT JOB BEFORE >>>>>
SANDED >>>>>>>




<<<< PRIMED

Introducing the 1939 Buick

For it's year and age, this car is in very good condition. The owner has given Good Fellaz the opportunity to restore it back to prestine condition. It needs some mechanical and body work and will be put back together and get painted the original color. Can't wait to see the outcome! Stay tuned to see this ride completed and the process it takes to do it!



Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Episode Eight: 1966 Chevelle SS: Part Three

Episode Eight: 1966 Chevelle SS: Part Three

A Build of the Future at Good Fellaz

I do have to say that this will be a beauty when it is done. The owner has chopped this four door and turned it into a custom two door. It will be GREAT!!!!







Mechanics Guide to Restoring a Classic

This guide from "yourmechanic.com" gives an inside view and run down about what it takes to restore a classic car. It also gives some information regarding whether or not you are restoring or customizing and whats types of cars are the easiest to restore. It explains when it is time for the owner to seek help and or advice from a profesional and more.
Check out the link below and see what they have to say. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/-a-mechanic-s-guide-to-restoring-classic-cars-by-maddy-martin

Monday, July 10, 2017

Support the Troops

CALLING ALL TROOPS


Let us know where you served, ranking, where you live and anything we can thank you for!
God bless America!



Thank you for everything.


<<<< Jim Kuhl
 Corporal. U.S. Marine Corp.
 1985-1988
<<< Matthew Kuhl
Serving as an F-18 mechanic. He heads out for his first combat tour next month.



<<<Joe Winemiller
Army 1972-1979





Monday Perks











Just a funny Pick Me Up for Mondays!

Good Ol' Days



Here at Good Fellaz......we bring back the Good Ol' Days with Great Old Cars! Restoring, rebuiling and customizing the great autos from the past. We bring them to life in the present for the whole world to see. Come on in and check us out and see what you can do to get your classic beast turned to beauty.  Bring back the Good Ol' Days with Good Fellaz!



1942 Hudson Six Series History

Beginning in 1935, Hudson used a numerical system for identifying models. The first number denoted the year, the second the actual model/series. For a 1935 Hudson Six, the serial number would begin with "53", the "5" for 1935 and the "3" for the model number. The remaining digits denote the actual serial number. For the 1930's cars built in Canadian plants, the additional insertion of the letter "C: would be between the year/model designator and the actual series number. Variations on the numbering system did occur and are addressed below per year.

Possible explanation of numbers:
Notice that the numbers up to the beginning of WWII follow the system of using the second digit of the model year as the first digit in the s/n and that in 1946/7 that wasn't true. They couldn't use "6" as that was the first digit in 1936 models....same for '47 (7). Since the production plans for 1943 were put on hold and the serial numbering system had already been established as 31, 32, 33, etc., they maintained that plan for model #s for '46. Production, or plans for it, resumed in late '45 but the s/ns for them couldn't be "5*" 'cause the 5* was already used in 1935. So, they used the 3* as the model numbers and 5* as the serial numbers. This explains why the '46 Hudson all have 3* model numbers and 5* serial numbers. Of course, 1947 was a similar dilemma with the "7" having been used up so they just added the 1 and made them all "17" serial and model numbers, avoiding any conflict with previous numbering systems.

By 1942, Hudson officially had the Traveler and Deluxe on the 116″ wheelbase, the Super Six on a 121″ wheelbase, and the Commodore Six and Eight, both on a 121″ wheelbase.  Hudson brochures simplified this considerably, as the cars were lumped into the Six, Super Six, or Commodore Series.

 1930-1945 Car Numbering System
In the car numbering system used in 1940, 1941, and 1942 Hudson production, the first two figures of the car number denote the model.  The succeeding figures comprise the actual serial number, and these figures run in a single series, regardless of model.
The car number is stamped on a metal plate located on the rear of the right front body hinge pillar.
In the case of the Model 20, a letter (P, T, or C) is also stamped on the plate.  This letter is located just to the left of the number, and identifies the car as being of the Passenger (Deluxe), Traveler, or Commercial series. An extra letter "L" used in combination with the P, T, or C indicates that the car is equipped with the optional 3" X 5" engine. The engine number is the same as the car number and is stamped on the top of the cylinder block, right side, between numbers one and two exhaust ports.

1935 through 1950 Serial and Engine Numbering System
In 1936, Hudson revamped its cars, introducing a new "radial safety control" / "rhythmic ride" suspension which suspended the live front axle from two steel bars, as well as from leaf springs. Doing this allowed the use of longer, softer leaf springs ("rhythmic ride"), and prevented bumps and braking from moving the car off course. The 1936 Hudsons were also considerably larger inside than competitive cars — Hudson claimed a 145-cubic-foot (4.1 m3) interior, comparing it to 121 cubic feet (3.4 m3) in the "largest of other popular cars." (According to United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) measurements, the cavernous Chrysler LHS only reached 126 cubic feet or 3.6 cubic metres) With the optional bulging trunk lid, the Hudsons could store 21 cubic feet (0.59 m3) of luggage (the LHS, 19 cubic feet or 0.54 cubic metres), though that might have been an optimistic measurement. The 1936 engines were powerful for the time, from 93 to 124 horsepower (69 to 92 kilowatts; 94 to 126 metric horsepower).

The 1939 models joined other American cars in the use of a column-mounted gearshift lever. This freed front-seat passenger space and remained the industry standard through the 1960s, when "bucket seats" came into vogue. Hudson became the first car manufacturer to use foam rubber in its seats. The Hudson Terraplane was dropped. For 1940 Hudson introduced coil spring independent front suspension, aircraft style shock absorbers mounted within the front springs and true center-point steering on all its models, a major advance in performance among cars in this price range. Despite all these changes, Hudson sales for 1940 were lower than 1939 and the company lost money again. The advent of military contracts the following year brought relief.

The 1941 Hudsons retained the front end styling of the 1940 models but the bodies were new with 5.5 inches added to their length giving more legroom. A new manual 3 speed syncromesh transmission was quieter with all helical gears. Wheelbases increased by 3 inches, with offerings of 116, 121 and 128 inches, and height was decreased with flatter roofs. Convertibles now had a power operated top.
Big Boy trucks now used the 128 inch wheelbase. In 1942 in response to General Motors' Hydramatic automatic transmission, Hudson introduced its "Drive-Master" system. Drive-Master was a more sophisticated combination of the concepts used in the Electric Hand and the automatic clutch. At the touch of a button, Drive-Master offered the driver a choice of three modes of operation: ordinary, manual shifting and clutching; manual shifting with automatic clutching; and automatic shifting with automatic clutching. All this was accomplished by a large and complicated mechanism located under the hood. They worked well, and in fully automatic mode served as a good semi-automatic transmission. When coupled with an automatic overdrive, Drive-Master became known as Super-Matic. Re-engineering of the frame rear end to use lower springs reduced car height by 1.5 inches. Sheet metal "spats" on the lower body now covered the running boards and new wider front and rear fenders accommodated this

Friday, July 7, 2017

CALIFORNIA KUHL

A HUUUUGGGEEE SPECIAL THANK YOU TO MR. KUHL!!!!

Here at the shop we call him California Kuhl. He has a 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger here at Good Fellaz that is being redone and customized for himself and his son who is in the military. Shh....its a suprise. Anyhow, Mr. Kuhl has made a generous donation to my family in their time of need. My step-brother just passed away in a motorcyle accident and left behind an amazing wife and three children. Mr. Kuhl donated $250 to their GOFUNDME fund raiser. We offer our hats off and a bow to you sir. He has also spread the word to a few other people and they have also donated, including a gentleman who has been working with Jim. God Bless you both! Thank you for your help and for providing us all with your son whom gives us freedom and safety. God Bless you and your family.

Link to Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/42xfag0

1966 Chevelle SS: Part Two

1966 Chevelle SS: Part Two

PART TWO: Chevelle SS.......Stay Tuned!

Keep Watching because....Part Two of the Chevelle is Coming

Stay tuned because today the Chevelle SS episode part two will be coming out. 
This is a series almost just for this build. 
Don't miss it!

1966 Chevelle SS Part Two Coming Up

Keep Watching because....Part Two of the Chevelle is Coming
Stay tuned because today the Chevelle SS episode part two will be coming out. 
This is a series almost just for this build. 
Don't miss it!

Best Cruising Music

We all like music. Right!!! Well....ever wonder what to listen to while cruising, hanging out or at a sound competition? Well check out these voted best jams from thrillist.com. Click the link below and add your own in the comments. Lets hear what you hear!!!! Let the record play!!!

Link: https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/nation/best-driving-songs-of-all-time

Thursday, July 6, 2017

1966 Chevelle SS: Part One

1966 Chevelle SS: Part One

New Episode Release TODAY!!!!

Stayed Tuned to See!
The newest episode for Good Fellaz 
is being released today!
The 1966 Chevelle SS : Part One

Use the links below!

Roku Streaming Box Code: RD5GDC or Search Alibi Presentations TV

New Episode Coming Out Today

Stayed Tuned to See!
The newest episode for Good Fellaz 
is being released today!
The 1966 Chevelle SS : Part One

Use the links below!

Roku Streaming Box Code: RD5GDC or Search Alibi Presentations TV

Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Salute the Troops

GOD BLESS AMERICA


Support the Troops, Thank a Veteran, 

Show Gratitude


We are FREE because of the BRAVE!





Monday, July 3, 2017

Helping Family who Lost a Loved One!

Help Dustin Halversons Family

Hi everyone. On Friday June 30, 2017, my wife's family lost a son, brother, lover and most of all a father. My brother-in-law Dustin Halverson was in a tragic motorcycle accident and did not survive. He leaves behind the love of his life Stormi Werner and their three kids. Emma will be three in August, Mason will be 2 in September and Taylor will be 1 in October. Stormi now not only has to deal with the loss of her soul mate but also with raising these three beautiful babies alone. 
Dustin and Stormi were getting ready to make an offer on a house for a forever home for their family. We would like some help to make this dream a reality for Stormi and the kids. Any thing we can raise will go to them to help with college funds for the kids and to get a forever home for this family in need. Dustin was an amazing father and he loved Stormi, Emma, Mason, and Taylor with everything he had. They didn't deserve this loss but they do deserve a fighting chance at a good future. I thank you all for reading and for all the thoughts and prayers that have been give so far. 
Please look twice and save a life.
Please click the link below!

GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/42xfag0

Fundraiser for family who lost a loved one!


Help Dustin Halversons Family

Hi everyone. On Friday June 30, 2017, my wife's family lost a son, brother, lover and most of all a father. My brother-in-law Dustin Halverson was in a tragic motorcycle accident and did not survive. He leaves behind the love of his life Stormi Werner and their three kids. Emma will be three in August, Mason will be 2 in September and Taylor will be 1 in October. Stormi now not only has to deal with the loss of her soul mate but also with raising these three beautiful babies alone. 
Dustin and Stormi were getting ready to make an offer on a house for a forever home for their family. We would like some help to make this dream a reality for Stormi and the kids. Any thing we can raise will go to them to help with college funds for the kids and to get a forever home for this family in need. Dustin was an amazing father and he loved Stormi, Emma, Mason, and Taylor with everything he had. They didn't deserve this loss but they do deserve a fighting chance at a good future. I thank you all for reading and for all the thoughts and prayers that have been give so far. 
Please look twice and save a life.
Please click the link below!

GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/42xfag0

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A 29-year-old Fairmont man is dead after a motorcycle crash Friday night in Martin County.

The Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened on Highway 15 and Adams Avenue in Fairmont at about 9:11 p.m.

Dustin Todd Halverson was traveling westbound on a Kawasaki Racer, and was struck by an eastbound Ford Taurus. Both were trying to turn onto northbound Highway 15 at the time of the crash.

Halverson, who was not wearing a helmet, was struck and killed.

The passengers in the Ford — 50-year-old Sherilyn Kay Vonfeldt and 51-year-old Jerome Raymond Vonfeldt – were not hurt in the crash. Both are also from Fairmont.

The state patrol is investigating.

Hubless Wheels?!

In a so-called 'hublesswheel, the hub is actually a large thin ring that fits just inside the rim of a large bearing with the tyre on its outside. The inner ring itself attaches to the vehicle's frame. On a motorbike, the front wheel also has to handle the steering.

link: http://www.sciencefocus.com/qa/how-do-hubless-wheels-work

Share the Road....Avoid Accidents

This article from "Esurence" can help us all be more aware and sharing when driving with a motorcyclist! Be safe and enjoy!


Why motorcycles can make drivers nervous
In addition to their ability to weave in and out of lanes, motorcycles are smaller and harder to spot. With all due respect to the Smart car, motorcycles are the smallest vehicles on the roads. And because of their size, they often appear to be faster and farther away than they actually are.

Motorcycles also lack the safety devices of most cars and trucks, like seat belts and air bags, which explains why it's almost always the motorcycle riders who are most at risk in collisions with passenger vehicles.

Frankly, it can be nerve-wracking to drive a vehicle that leaves other riders around you so vulnerable. But there are a few things drivers can do to drive confidently and responsibly around motorcycles.

** How to drive safely around motorcycles
Here are 5 general rules to bear in mind the next time you share the road with motorcycles.

Follow the 4-second rule

Increase your driving distance when you find yourself behind a motorcycle and maintain a cushion of at least 4 seconds. Choose an object (a tree, road sign, or house) and count the seconds between when the motorcycle passes and when you pass. This cushion gives you time to react to the unexpected.

Respect Mother Nature

You already know it's important to adjust your driving when Mother Nature rears her rainy (or snowy or sleety) head. But inclement weather is even more hazardous for bikers than for drivers. So if you spot a motorcycle ahead during not-so-awesome weather, anticipate that the rider might have a little trouble and give him a little extra space.

Look before you turn

A whopping 44 percent of 2-vehicle, fatal motorcycle accidents in 2013 were the result of a car trying to turn left while the motorcycle went straight, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. If you see a motorcycle at an intersection, attempt to make eye contact with its rider before turning in its direction. Many motorcycles aren't equipped with self-canceling turn signals like cars are, so it's possible that a biker might have his right turn signal on (the old "gradual right") because the rider simply forgot to turn it off. If you have to pass or drive next to a motorcycle with a lingering turn signal, proceed with caution.

Check your blind spots often

Since motorcycles are smaller than cars, it's that much easier for them to slip into your blind spot — especially when they're attempting to pass you. Swivel your head to check your blind spots regularly and, in particular, before changing lanes.

Be a pal

This tip goes for all kinds of safe driving: just be nice. Cut other drivers and riders a little slack and remember that we all make mistakes. It'll be good for your blood pressure and your driving record.

Now spread the word through good, safe driving
By watching out for each other and understanding the obstacles faced (and posed) by motorcycles, we can avoid needless accidents and safely share the road with our 2-wheeling friends.

Stick these knowledge feathers in your safe-driving cap and continue down the path to enlightenment by reading our other driving tips.

Check the Link for more: https://www.esurance.com/info/car/sharing-the-road-with-motorcycles

Saturday, July 1, 2017

WATCH FOR MOTORCYCLES!


 As the weather warms up and riders feel prepared to go ride, they keep in their hearts that other motorists will pay attention to them when driving. We just lost a loved one last night because people were not paying attention to him on his bike. He leaves behind an amazing wife and young children. Prayers to them and our family. 
 Please......we cannot stress enough to others to please exercise proper driving and precaution when you see a biker. When you hear a biker, please pay attention. They are sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters and more. They are loved and so are you. Please drive and ride carefully! We want everyone home safely.

---- Posted In Loving Memory of  D.H. - Minnesotta.