Growing up Jamie O'Pelt was the first one in his household to fix something when it broke. He has been in the Metal Fabrication Industry for nearly thirty years now. In pursuit of a fun and unique project, he researched some build projects, and decided to build his now iconic Cowboy-themed Factory Five ‘33 Hot Rod.
He installed a 302 Ford Small Block with a Holley Sniper EFI (Engine Factory), Automatic with a Ford AOD Transmission (Monster), upgraded to the Wilwood Brakes, went Rear Exit Exhaust and opted for the Hard-Top and AC which were as Jamie wrote, “the only two requirements my wife had outlined to me.” He also ordered the Moser 8.8” Rear End and the Insulation Kit.
“The beauty of this kit was you could do anything you wanted to make it your own - and when it’s all said & done, each one is unique & unlike any other car on the road, “Built Not Bought”! It has blessed me with the opportunity to meet some amazing people along the way and I only hope that I have been able to ins...
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