Just as on a model kit, the first step to building the T-bucket involved painting or coating all the parts. The frame comes in bare metal, so we spray-painted it black. For a pop of color ...

SOMEWHERE IN MEXICO - November 19, 2009 - The long out-of-print hot rod construction manual, "How to Build a T-Bucket Roadster for Under $3000" is now available as an eBook from TBucketPlans.com.

or the rather limited use for such a build. Most of the T-buckets on the market today are used for show purposes, and in some rare instances, as objects of investment from passionate collectors.

Tikipunga High automotive students will build a T Bucket hot-rod this year. From left Phil Massicks students Samantha Yates, Kahn Burnett, automotive tutor Clint McEwen and student Kaige Mitchell.