Sal's '55 Chevy "Public Disturbance"

[52 Rat]

I have installed several Heidts IFS kits and have a Heidts in my 52. If correctly installed, you will not have any ride issues with a IFS. When selecting a IFS, stick with a good brand like Scott's, Heidts, TCI, etc.

[_Ogre]

sal
i have a fatman mustII on truk, i drove it on the 2011 hot rot power tour with no problems.
3200 miles in 10 days, the most fun i have ever had with any old truck.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

thanks to everyone that replied with their options and info i have been looking at a few ifs kit and also on a look out for donor car never know what you will come across on craigslist. I will post any update on what decision i come up with. I know for sure on the rear im going with a coilover 4 link set up from heidts.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

so i have an idea of putting the gas tank under the bed do anyone have any pictures of theirs done this way or any suggestions on what tank to use....

[Rude Dude]

Try looking at chevy early blazer or mustang tank, I used a mustang tank.

[_Ogre]

i used a no limit engineering tank on mine.
a little pricey but it has the biggest capacity of any i've seen.
i think they are a vendor on this site

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

i have look at some mustang tanks and i like the way they fit they dont look like they hang to low and they are flush at the top i will be looking for some at the swap meets if not maybe i can on craigslist.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

Originally Posted by Rude Dude

Try looking at chevy early blazer or mustang tank, I used a mustang tank.

do you happen to know what year mustangs?

[JumboAMONGus]

how much for the front windshield visor ?

[Rude Dude]

I used a 1967 mustang tank I think it is 17 gallons this link the guy used a 1969 it is 22 gallons.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...stang+gas+tank

Originally Posted by Sal's '55 Chevy

do you happen to know what year mustangs?

[robozride]

I just put mine in this weekend and it fit pretty good, i had to trim about 5/8" off the inside of each frame rail. I like it sitting on top because it doesnt hang low at all. the rear cross member is bolted in so if the tank needs to come out it can slide out the back. My bed floor is raised 2" so theres lots of room there. $90.00 delivered from ebay with sender and all.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

Originally Posted by JumboAMONGus

how much for the front windshield visor ?

i already sold it i let it go for 120 dollars

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

Originally Posted by Rude Dude

I used a 1967 mustang tank I think it is 17 gallons this link the guy used a 1969 it is 22 gallons.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...stang+gas+tank

thanks for the info ill have to get a close up look to see which one i like im liking the one robozride installed nice look the only thing is that im not raising the floor on my truck at least not now with the ideas i have.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

so i got really good news i found a donor camaro clip on craigslist for $30 dollars i will be going to pick it up tomorrow after work hopefully the guy keeps his word and holds it for me.

[Rude Dude]

If you do not raise the floor you can install on lower inside rails like mine exccuse the crappy pics had to use my phone.

Originally Posted by Sal's '55 Chevy

thanks for the info ill have to get a close up look to see which one i like im liking the one robozride installed nice look the only thing is that im not raising the floor on my truck at least not now with the ideas i have.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

i like that too really it comes down to what tank i get....actually i got on enow when i went to go get on camaro clip the guy had a 72 cougar tank and just gave it to me so i will get to text fitting to see how i like it better.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

here are my pictures of the camaro subframe i got the other day i think ill need to rebuild the suspension but hey for 30 dollars can't beat it.

[1959 Apache 3600]

Boy, that was a smokin' deal!

[Daze57]

great catch !

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

so i got to mocking up my gas tank but im not to sure about it......

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

sorry for the delay but i got a chance to pull the cab off and bed and get my camaro clip put on here are some pictures of the progress.....

[Kim57]

Looks good.
Kim

[Kabwe]

Man its looks great. Nice installation.

[Sal's '55 Chevy]

thanks for the comments i went ahead and ordered a 4-link heidts rear suspension from ebay i should be getting that anytime now..

[Rods57]

I think it all comes down to your preference. the aftermarket parts are great and there are tons on the road, the donor route gives you the ability to buy parts anywhere in the country for cheap. The newer ones like vette setups are going to handle better than a 30 year old donor but the price is better on the Monte or camaro clips. Best part is that there are plenty of both on this site. The red one in your post is mine and i have access to a guy in town who has installed 40 of them, it was an easy choice for me.