Automotiva Obscura is your (incredibly nerdy) dose of rare, odd, obscure, or otherwise unknown automobilia. In 1957, Ford introduced what may be the single greatest rear axle ever conceived: The Ford 9 inch. This thing had it all–large diameter ring gear, fully removable pinion and center section, large carrier bearings, and a strong case. EvenContinue reading “Automotiva Obscura: The Ford 9 3/8″ Differential”
Author Archives: Dillon Kovar
Early EFI Chronicles: How the Fastest Car of 1957 was (Almost) a Rambler
Yes, you read that right. The same Rambler run by the miserly George Romney (father of Mitt) was building cars that were somehow simultaneously outdated and on the leading edge of development in the mid-to-late 1950s. Up until 1956, Rambler was known for very inexpensive, low-tech automobiles, equipped with lazy (but reliable) flathead inline sixContinue reading “Early EFI Chronicles: How the Fastest Car of 1957 was (Almost) a Rambler”
Who Am I?
Why should you listen to me? To be honest, maybe you shouldn’t. So you’ve gotten past the poorly designed WordPress site and managed to accidentally click this link on your way to the back button. While I’ve got you here, I might as well introduce myself. My name is Dillon, and I am many things:Continue reading “Who Am I?”
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