Thread: 55.2-59 '59 4x4 Build
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Old 11-01-2022, 11:55 PM   #36
PuzzleTruck
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Re: '59 4x4 Build

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After some research on the square body forums, it appears GM dropped the frame mounted T case torque mount assembly in the 70s due to cracking issues and went to a rod between the T case and one of the bell housing to block bolts. I found some pics of one and made a replica. This was a Corvair steering shaft, alternator bracket and hood hinge in a previous life. I think it came out ok, but time will tell. It makes sense to me in theory that it’s better not tugging on the frame in that area, but reinforced as a unit.
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'59 Stepside w/ '55 front clip, on '79 Blazer 4x4
with LQ4 and 4L60E
'66 Corvair Mid-engine EFI 350
My truck build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=832276
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