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Old 05-16-2013, 08:16 PM   #15
roger55
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Re: TF pickups with TPI engine photos wanted.

Working on this now.

I have my engine in place where I want it (I think). I was able to move it back further than that other photo posted of the blue truck because my TPI has a small HEI distributor and his had the large version. I've got both the engine mount crossmember as well as the transmission crossmember in place and tack welded. With my frame level, my rear end was 3 degrees up so I set the engine at 3 degrees down.





I'm thinking I should have plenty of room in front for a cold air pipe but I'll know more when I get my radiator, fan and shroud mocked up in place.

I'm a little concerned about my header / steering box clearance. I still have the original box in there now and have the new CPP 400 power steering box on order (should be here next week). In this photo, you can see it's a little tight. I've got about 1/4" at the #7 tube and about 1/2" at #5.
I guess if I have to, I'll cut the tack welds and move the engine to the passenger side a little.

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