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Old 01-29-2024, 09:52 AM
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There is a deep cut ZZ Top song called "Chevrolet" where the lyrics make reference to a "flat 41." Does anyone know what this means?

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Maybe a flat head engine?

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Old 01-29-2024, 11:10 AM
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No flathead Chevy engines in 1941, only the OHV stove bolt six.
I haven't heard the term before but my guess is it's a reference to a customized car, one that may have been lowered or chopped.

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Low tire??? LOL

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My guess would be chopped.

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Flatbed pickup

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This makes the most sense to me.

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Chopped, channeled and body dropped.

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This makes the most sense to me.
Agreed, and while not their best album 'Just Got Paid' led me to blister speakers.

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Agreed, and while not their best album 'Just Got Paid' led me to blister speakers.

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Maybe it went through a car crusher?

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