Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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The T-56 is the same length as the 4L60E so the shifter should be within the high hump tunnel area.
The trans in the pic below is a 4L60E. The worst thing you would need is an offset shifter handle to push the lever forward away from the front of the seat a little. |
Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
70shortfleet, has one for sale on the for sale sec $75 shipped, looks nice too
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just read your build from back to front, nice to see guys making progress on their projects cant wait to get back to mine. Really like the swap u have picked, modern power in a classic ride. Keep up the good work.
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PERFECT! someone doing the same engine/trans swap as I am... in current day. I watch a couple build threads only to realize they are 5-6 years old. LOL definitely keeping up on this one
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What's up any progress?
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It has been just over a year since I started the build. The wheels and tires are mounted and its finally on the ground. I completed the front end with a new power steering box and tie rod ends. I have been stripping the doors and hood in preparation for primer. Luckily, the front clip is clean with no rust and very little body work needed. I have been contemplating on switching the front clip for a 67 grill but have decided to stay with the GMC double head light front grill. http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis061.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis041.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis060.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...assis055-1.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis056.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis046.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis045.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis030.jpg http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...chassis032.jpg |
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Looking good!!!
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Looking really good man.
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Extremely clean build! One note though, I have the same red poly tie rod and link boots on the camaro clip in my 57 and they SQUEEEK like crazy when I turn the wheel!!
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Awesome progress!!
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Clean....everything looks KILLER !!
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I appreciate all of the compliments! This board keeps me motivated! |
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Man, You have kicked tail on this build in only a year. I wish I could keep up with ya. Your sheetmetal looks great. Keep up the hard work.
1 question, how do you plan on painting the cab underside? I am almost to this point and wonder what the best order? I was thinking about painting the bottom firewall and interior before mounting on the frame. Then paint the panels before assembly. |
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Sounds like a plan to me. So have you decided on what kind and color paint yet?
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How do you like the F-body accessory drive? I like how clean it looks over the other OEM options, and I would be interested how it fits
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nice build
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I like the way you did the rear brake line through the frame. Did you build that?
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I see that you used CPP tubular engine frame mounts but what adaptor plates did you use on the block? Are those Poly motor mounts? Compared to stock location, where does the engine site? Forward, back, higher, lower? How far off the firewall. And last and not least. Howd you squeeze the A/c pump in there? Are you going to have enough room to run the lines? Or are you going to have to do some frame trimming? I am at this point in my build and want to pull the trigger on parts but still dont know what the correct combination of parts are to make it all work. Any and all info is much appreciated. Keep up the awesome work!!!!!!:metal:
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Very nice build, glad to see you chose a color other than black for the frame and suspension. I'm running the same drive train in my 72 SS Nova build and have the same model wheels, except that mine are grey centers. Great minds think alike:lol:. I'm leaning towards powder coating my frame a similar color, maybe the differentials also. Keep the pic's coming, looks great.
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Im in on watching this build. Jealous
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Any updates?
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