Vehicle Description
1953 Kaiser Henry J
The Henry J was produced by the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation from 1950
to 1954 and was the brainchild of Henry J. Kaiser.
Why This Car Is Special
This car has been restored and customized beautifully to personify
what a hot rod should be.
Mechanical
This car has been modified and upgraded in almost every mechanical
way possible. Under the hood sits the legendary 350 Chevrolet V8.
It has been modified with Summit aluminum heads, a polished
aluminum intake, an Edelbrock AVS2 4-barrel carburetor with
electric choke, full length headers running to big dual exhaust
with Flowmaster mufflers, a Mallory Unilite distributor, MSD coil,
Milodon deep oil pan, flex fan and billet pullies. The engine is
dressed up in true 50s style with finned Edelbrock valve covers and
air cleaner. The power is run through a Turbo 350 three speed
automatic transmission and then routed to a built Ford 8" rear end.
The rear end is held steady with ladder bars with adjustable coil
over shocks and a panhard bar. The front end has tubular upper and
lower control arms, power rack and pinion steering, and disc
brakes. The brake booster and master cylinder are mounted under the
driver floorboard on the frame for a clean firewall. With power
steering, power brakes and A/C this Henry J is a wonderful
driver.
Interior
With modern bucket seats, an Ididit tilt steering column and modern
amenities, this Kaiser-Frazer is incredibly comfortable. The seats
are upholstered in red vinyl and cloth and a B&M shifter
mounted on the floor keeps you firmly in control of the power. Moon
gauges not only look great, but help monitor engine conditions, and
a big Moon tachometer is mounted nicely by the AM/FM/CD player.
Subtle hot rod flames have been painted on the dash that make it
appear the Henry J text is on fire. Moon floor mats bring it all
together and protect the new red carpet.
Exterior
The paint job on this Henry J is one of a kind and over the top. A
mirror finish is set off with hot rod flames with heavy metal flake
that glistens in the sun. The colors fade into each other and the
metal flake makes it look as if the flames are dancing. The base of
the car is a high gloss black that really fits the curves of this
street rod well. Up front a Mercury style grill gives this car a
classy and more muscular look than the stock grill ever could have.
Cragar SS wheels are always a good call on hot rods, and keep this
car looking like a period correct build. The dual exhaust exits the
rear with great looking chrome tips.
Conclusion
If you're looking to stand out at shows this is the street rod you
need. She is a blast to drive and will bring you tons of
attention.
So, give us a call at 941-254-6608.
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