Jefferson Bryant

Oklahoma

Reporter and Editor, Bryant Media and Freelance Writer at Freelance

Freelance Journalist at Ebay Motor Blog

I work on and write about hotrods and muscle cars. I run http://t.co/M2x2ABFw, a Gearhead lifestyle website. I love all cars- Buick, Mopars and Fords.

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Articles

How To Properly Torque Fasteners

2 weeks ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Thread the nut onto the bolt, hit it with 37 “ugga-duggas” and it’s all done, right? *insert buzzer here* Whoops! That’s a fail, and now you have a broken bolt. If you have been turning wrenches for a few years, you have probably developed a sense for what 20-50 ft-lbs of torque feels like. It only takes stripping the threads with a ¼-20 bolt in an intake once to realize that you should’ve stopped the second it started getting easier to turn.
How-To File Fit Piston Rings

2 weeks ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

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Blown Away: How To Properly Mount And Shroud Electric Cooling Fans

3 weeks ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

You have made the decision to ditch the mechanical cooling fan and switch to an electric fan, GREAT! Now you just need to mount it to the radiator. This is where you can get into trouble quickly. Many builders choose for the “quick and easy” zip-tie straps that go through the fins of the radiator core. While they technically work, they leave much to be desired, in fact these cause more problems than they solve. The tubes in the core are very thin.
Unlocking The Mysteries Of Power Door Locks

3 weeks ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Reaching over the side of the car to unlock the passenger door is easy enough, but it is certainly a little undignified. Pressing a button to unlock the doors is much cooler, and you don’t have to strain to reach the handle. Unlocking the rear doors is even harder to do from the driver’s seat. Adding power door locks to you classic Chevy car or truck is not as hard as you might think, even though the inner door handle is the also locking mechanism.
Buckle Up For Safety In Your Classic Chevrolet!

1 month ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Prior to the 1968 model year, seatbelts were an optional accessory for all vehicles. This means that your Chevrolet from the 40s doesn’t have any sort of passenger restraints. While the legality of the seatbelt will keep you from getting a ticket for not wearing one, you are certainly missing the bigger picture- you and your passengers are considerably less safe without them.
Windshield Wiper Upgrades For Your Classic Chevrolet Are Available

2 months ago | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Many of us remember our parents or grandparents telling us “Thunder is God bowling, and rain is just angel tears.” Maybe the angels were crying because God nailed a 7-10 split. While these were words of comfort for little kids scared of storms, as adults cruising classic cars there is a different fear of the rain. When those vacuum-powered wipers pack up, you are left with a panic-inducing translucent windshield.
How To Seal Your Gas Tank With POR-15

Oct 21, 2024 | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

VIDEOOut of sight, out of mind is great for things like a messy closet, but when it comes to your car, leaving hidden things hidden often leads to major problems down the road. One such area is the gas tank. Older classic cars have steel fuel tanks, which is not a problem if you run diesel, but gasoline-powered vehicles tend to get a lot of water in the fuel tank. Water and steel sitting around commingling together is our worst enemy: rust. While gasoline itself repels water, ethanol likes it.
Don't Be Afraid Of Repairing Rust On A Classic MGB

Oct 9, 2024 | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

British sports cars are cool. Whether it is a Jaguar XKE or just a little MGB, their unique British-ness sets them apart from the American offerings of the time. Name one small American sports car from the 1960s. You can’t because they didn’t exist, they were all relatively large muscle cars. The Corvette is the closest, but even the smallest Corvette, the C1, is nearly two feet longer than an MGB, not to mention costing tens of thousands.
Here's How To Identify 1937-1954 Chevrolet Grilles

Oct 2, 2024 | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Low and slow: it isn’t just the best way to smoke a tasty brisket or pork butt, it is also the mantra of the lowrider life. If you want to be a seasoned pitmaster, you must know your grilles. Whether you prefer the holy trinity of chrome (copper, nickel, & chrome) or like your grille thick with patina crust, understanding the difference between a 1941 and 1942 matters. Shall we rub some knowledge and let it marinate for a bit?
Most Classic & Collector Car Owners Are Overpaying For The Wrong Insurance

Sep 19, 2024 | hemmings.com | Jefferson Bryant

Besides being legally required in all but two states, there is no good reason to not have good insurance on your car, whether it is a classic muscle car, high-performance sports car, or your daily driver. While there are plenty of options when it comes to getting auto insurance for your daily, getting adequate coverage for a classic car at a competitive price is often a challenge. Today most auto enthusiasts are overpaying for the wrong coverage and don’t even realize it until it’s too late.