Actual pics of J5 parts I bought

[john chesnut]

Here are a few pics of the kellison J5 that I bought. The previous owner had constructed a frame for C4 suspension, purchased 18 inch front and 20 inch rear wheels and installed a blown engine. Back in the day some of these cars were built as drag racers. With the stance he was going for and the blower sticking through the hood this looks like what he was going for. I didn't buy the engine engine and transmission.

I will sell the suspension and frame. And, probably the wheels and tires as well. I think that I will get a set of period correct wheels from Vintage wheels. I will build one of my frames for C6 parts and run probably a new LS3 crate engine with a Tremec 6 speed. I won't use the Vette torque tube and will convert the Vette diff to taking a driveshaft. I will move the engine further back for better balance. My goal is to have the ultimate handling machine.

The Kellison had a flat, V shaped windshield and flat side glass. i will try to install a curved windshield and sideglass. There is alot of work to do but I'm anxious to get started.