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01-18-2007, 04:17 PM
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Re: Motor Mount Location
Brian, Joe is right, Our firewall was pretty messed up. If it had been in good shape I would have used it. Plus it is going to give me a couple more inches to move the motor back.
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01-18-2007, 10:25 PM
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Re: Motor Mount Location
Gotcha.
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01-18-2007, 11:33 PM
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Re: Motor Mount Location
Just make sure you have the cab on and make sure the tranny clears under the cab. I had to trim my mounts a little just so the tranny would not hit the bottom of the cab. I also measure about 2-3 fingers between the firewall and the valve covers. Make sure you have clearance for an HEI distributor if you are using one. I just tacked mine in and mocked it up before performing the final welds. Here are some pics.
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01-19-2007, 01:28 AM
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Re: Motor Mount Location
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u really dont have to move the firewall back UNLESS u want to. my 425 Caddy mtr fits w/the firewall in the stock place. now i did clearance 2 spots because of one valve cover & a water outlet on the back of one head BUT i wouldnt of had to IF my fuel pump would of cleared the steering box on the S10 frame i'm using...joe
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01-19-2007, 11:14 AM
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Re: Motor Mount Location
And for goodness sakes be sure EVERYTHING is installed before welding. Make sure the motor is sitting on ALL it's mounts including the tranny. Make sure the front sheetmetal is on to check fan clearance, this is FREE stuff here guys, just a little time, that's all.
My brother is finishing up an awsome 29 Model A sedan with a Buick Nailhead in it. Some guy built some super nice motor mounts and the thing is just so beautiful. One problem, the water pump wasn't on the motor when he set it up! You got it, no room for a fan! You HAVE TO HAVE EVERYTHING IN, exhaust, steering gear, brake mastercylinder EVERYTHING. Brian
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01-19-2007, 11:54 AM
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