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Re: Cgt project
Make it real low they said, it will be cool they said....Urg!
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Re: Cgt project
Is the engine being set back more than usual, or is it just a height issue?
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The engine may have slighty more setback than stock, but the issue is when you go this low all the suspension goes up in the frame, mounting the engine that much higher. Running 28 and 29 inch diameter tires doesn't help and that 8L90 tranny is huge. The steering rack is determining where the engine will sit. From where the engine sits now I could go forward or back an inch or 2.
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Re: Cgt project
Turned my big hump into a super hump. Needed the extra room for the 8L90 and driveline angles. Starting to make a firewall.
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Its fun to watch your dream ride be built. lol
Awesome build! Love the whole plan, excited to see the updates. |
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Re: Cgt project
Looks like you had to raise the tunnel about 2"?
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Close 2.5"
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Firewall is done. Won't see much of it because of the larger inner fenders.
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Making some progress
Exhaust Exhaust exit Finally got my wheels. Shown at ride height |
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Damn, what a work of art that frame is. nice work
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Wow, that exhaust is killer! Nice work!!
I love the idea, definitely haven't seen that before.. but won't the exhaust heat damage the chrome on the bumper? |
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It will not damage the chrome. I have done this before on a 57 Chevy where I had the exhaust come out where the optional backup lights are with no issues.
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Love it when things work out. The A/C evaporator fit with no issues with the fire wall mods
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I used vintage air's condenser for a C10 as it fits inside the rad support to give more room for the radiator.
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Intercooler tank fits
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Awesome!
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Looks killer!
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This thing is a beauty, I love all the killer metal work.
Can't wait to see more progress on your build!
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I have my 325/35/22 tires in place. They are pretty big at 31" tall. Pictured is the min clearance I could get away with, about 3/8". Should have a bit more maybe. I don't really like the way they look from the outside. To far in. Thinking I will cut the box side flange back, to bring the tire farther out. Anyone do this? I'm thinking I would cut back to 1/4" and weld some 1/4 x 1/2 FB along the seam to make up for lost strength. I could then move the tire out another 1" or so and end up with 1/2- 5/8" clearance
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What wheel widths did you ultimately purchase?
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Put it on the ground today and rolled it out. The rear tire looks better sitting on the ground.
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Most of the fab. is done. Starting to take apart to paint. These are the nine pieces that make up my exhaust.
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Love it. Stance = nailed.
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