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8ball · 06-07-2007, 11:05 AM

Here are some pics of the mustang II front end I welded in over the weekend and the camaro rear I hung. It's starting to come back together again!

-Rich

1-ton of fun · 06-07-2007, 12:17 PM

nice work. what's under the cover?

8ball · 06-07-2007, 04:14 PM

My 34 chevy coupe is under the cover...

Thanks,
-Rich

MARTINSR · 06-10-2007, 05:22 PM

Looking GOOOOOOOOOD. Nice work!

Brian

Igotachevyor2 · 06-10-2007, 06:33 PM

nice collection

entourageguy · 06-10-2007, 08:01 PM

Nice !!!!!

Brian ..

TATE228 · 06-12-2007, 10:33 PM

where did you buy your mustang 2 and what did you pay?

8ball · 06-13-2007, 07:19 AM

It's a heidt's crossmember with speedway suspension parts.

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/2089...sion-Kits.html

8ball · 08-19-2007, 10:31 AM

Slow progress lately. I have the cab back on the frame, engine mounted and I fit the rack from the Mustang II to the modified original column. I had to lower the column about two inches to clear the headers but everything fits and works pretty nice.

Igotachevyor2 · 08-19-2007, 11:51 AM

lookin good

lotussutol · 08-19-2007, 12:36 PM

looking nice! what rear leaf setup is that? when you relocate the leafs like that you do not have to notch the frame do you?

8ball · 08-20-2007, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by lotussutol

looking nice! what rear leaf setup is that? when you relocate the leafs like that you do not have to notch the frame do you?

It's a TCI rear spring setup. They say that it should lower the truck about 4 inches. It has plenty of clearance between the axle and the frame. I did not have to notch frame. The only real work involved was grinding the old rivets out of the original spring perches to replace them with TCI spring perches. My frame had a little rot in the frame rails around the perches, so I replaced some of the steel and boxed in the frame in the front spring mount area. Other than that, it's pretty much a straight bolt in.

8ball · 10-22-2007, 09:23 PM

Here's the latest update. I just finished getting the gears done in the rear (79 camaro 3.73 posi) and painted the frame, suspension, etc. It's slow going but I'm making progress. Now I can start doing the body work....

Daniel U · 10-25-2007, 12:24 PM

Nice work. I like those whitewalls!

solidaxel · 10-28-2007, 12:11 AM

8Ball,
Would you take some measurments for me on your rear axle. Centerline of axle to rear of chassis and also total wheel base length, C to C.
Thanks I am trying to get a better feel for the placements of my spring pearches.

Thanks

8ball · 10-29-2007, 08:40 AM

Solidaxel,
I measured 36.5 inches from the rear of the frame to center of the axle tube. The overall wheelbase is 117 inches c to c. The rear axle was moved 1 inch back from the stock 116 wheelbase to center the rear tires in the wheel wells. Hope that helps!

-Rich

solidaxel · 10-29-2007, 08:48 AM

Thanks Rich, thats what I needed!
As soon as I get back from the swap meet here today I will check my measurments, and after the sun comes up!
Thanks again

8ball · 07-29-2008, 08:54 PM

Progress is slow as as usual but I'm still moving along pm the project. I managed to get the body on the frame, finished body filler and block sanding. I shot the firewall gloss white yesterday and I'll be doing the rest of the body in black epoxy primer until I figure out what color I'm going to paint it.

Here's some recent shots:

-Rich

8ball · 09-12-2008, 08:50 AM

I put the motor in, started plumbing the lines, putting on the trim, etc.

1947chevypanel · 09-18-2008, 06:17 PM

Is that the stock brake pedal assy? How did you make it work with the v-8 conversion. after i installed my v-8, my brake arm hits the back of the engine head. Any advice?

solidaxel · 09-18-2008, 06:28 PM

Have you installed your gas pedel and linkage yet,
What are you using?

1947chevypanel · 09-18-2008, 07:13 PM

no, no gas pedal or linkage yet. recommendations? redoing the firewall and toeboards now. using a power booster under the floor, custom mounting bracket.

8ball · 09-19-2008, 06:33 AM

I'm using a gas pedal from some misc. car I found at the junk yard with a lokar cable. I slightly modified the throttle bracket from 89 suburban for use with the trans and throttle cables on the engine.

I'm using the stock brake pedal assembly with an adapter from ECI to use a mustang master cylinder. The pedal just clears the head when it's fully depressed. I made sure it cleared before I welded in the engine mounts.

8ball · 12-27-2008, 12:39 PM

I'm just about finished wiring it, got the engine running, and mounted the fenders and running boards. I still need to spray the bed when the weather gets a little warmer but it should be on the road soon to start working out the kinks, etc.

Daniel U · 12-27-2008, 12:49 PM

Very nice!

06-07-2007, 11:05 AM	#1
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	1948 3100 Build Update Here are some pics of the mustang II front end I welded in over the weekend and the camaro rear I hung. It's starting to come back together again! -Rich Last edited by 8ball; 06-07-2007 at 11:07 AM.

06-07-2007, 12:17 PM	#2
1-ton of fun polishing a turd Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: houston, tx Posts: 674	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update nice work. what's under the cover? __________________ 59 chevy apache 31 4x4 - my project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8668512 53 buick special - straight 8 sled - blow through turbo 47 gmc - flatbed hot rod build 99 ford econoline e350 - 4x4 converted family roadtrip/overlanding rig AKA 'Monstervan' AKA 'Daddy-Van'

06-07-2007, 04:14 PM	#3
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update My 34 chevy coupe is under the cover... Thanks, -Rich

06-10-2007, 05:22 PM	#4
MARTINSR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 6,003	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Looking GOOOOOOOOOD. Nice work! Brian __________________ 1948 Chevy pickup Chopped, Sectioned, 1953 Corvette 235 powered. Once was even 401 Buick mid engined with the carburetor right between the seats! Bought with paper route money in 1973 when I was 15. "Fan of most anything that moves human beings"

06-10-2007, 06:33 PM	#5
Igotachevyor2 Apache Club Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Goodlettsville,Tn. Posts: 1,294	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update nice collection __________________ 58 CHEVY APACHE I 74 CHEVY C-10 I 78 K-10 donor truck I 89 SONOMA My Trucks Apache Sitting Idle MySpace Project Dad's Truck (74 C-10 to K-10 conversion) .

06-10-2007, 08:01 PM	#6
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Nice !!!!! Brian .. __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

06-12-2007, 10:33 PM	#7
TATE228 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: lake forest park, Washington Posts: 259	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update where did you buy your mustang 2 and what did you pay? __________________ -1971 K20 350/sm465 -2004 1500

06-13-2007, 07:19 AM	#8
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update It's a heidt's crossmember with speedway suspension parts. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/2089...sion-Kits.html

08-19-2007, 10:31 AM	#9
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Slow progress lately. I have the cab back on the frame, engine mounted and I fit the rack from the Mustang II to the modified original column. I had to lower the column about two inches to clear the headers but everything fits and works pretty nice.

08-19-2007, 11:51 AM	#10
Igotachevyor2 Apache Club Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Goodlettsville,Tn. Posts: 1,294	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update lookin good __________________ 58 CHEVY APACHE I 74 CHEVY C-10 I 78 K-10 donor truck I 89 SONOMA My Trucks Apache Sitting Idle MySpace Project Dad's Truck (74 C-10 to K-10 conversion) .

08-19-2007, 12:36 PM	#11
lotussutol Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Taft, CA Posts: 140	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update looking nice! what rear leaf setup is that? when you relocate the leafs like that you do not have to notch the frame do you? __________________ Lotus Current Rides/Projects 1955.5 Chevy shortbed truck 1952 Chevy Coupe Deluxe car

10-22-2007, 09:23 PM	#13
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Here's the latest update. I just finished getting the gears done in the rear (79 camaro 3.73 posi) and painted the frame, suspension, etc. It's slow going but I'm making progress. Now I can start doing the body work....

10-25-2007, 12:24 PM	#14
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Nice work. I like those whitewalls! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

10-28-2007, 12:11 AM	#15
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update 8Ball, Would you take some measurments for me on your rear axle. Centerline of axle to rear of chassis and also total wheel base length, C to C. Thanks I am trying to get a better feel for the placements of my spring pearches. Thanks Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

10-29-2007, 08:40 AM	#16
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Solidaxel, I measured 36.5 inches from the rear of the frame to center of the axle tube. The overall wheelbase is 117 inches c to c. The rear axle was moved 1 inch back from the stock 116 wheelbase to center the rear tires in the wheel wells. Hope that helps! -Rich



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10-29-2007, 08:48 AM	#17
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Thanks Rich, thats what I needed! As soon as I get back from the swap meet here today I will check my measurments, and after the sun comes up! Thanks again __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

07-29-2008, 08:54 PM	#18
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Progress is slow as as usual but I'm still moving along pm the project. I managed to get the body on the frame, finished body filler and block sanding. I shot the firewall gloss white yesterday and I'll be doing the rest of the body in black epoxy primer until I figure out what color I'm going to paint it. Here's some recent shots: -Rich

09-12-2008, 08:50 AM	#19
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update I put the motor in, started plumbing the lines, putting on the trim, etc.

09-18-2008, 06:17 PM	#20
1947chevypanel Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 5	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Is that the stock brake pedal assy? How did you make it work with the v-8 conversion. after i installed my v-8, my brake arm hits the back of the engine head. Any advice?

09-18-2008, 06:28 PM	#21
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Have you installed your gas pedel and linkage yet, What are you using? __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

09-18-2008, 07:13 PM	#22
1947chevypanel Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 5	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update no, no gas pedal or linkage yet. recommendations? redoing the firewall and toeboards now. using a power booster under the floor, custom mounting bracket.

09-19-2008, 06:33 AM	#23
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update I'm using a gas pedal from some misc. car I found at the junk yard with a lokar cable. I slightly modified the throttle bracket from 89 suburban for use with the trans and throttle cables on the engine. I'm using the stock brake pedal assembly with an adapter from ECI to use a mustang master cylinder. The pedal just clears the head when it's fully depressed. I made sure it cleared before I welded in the engine mounts.

12-27-2008, 12:39 PM	#24
8ball Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 32	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update I'm just about finished wiring it, got the engine running, and mounted the fenders and running boards. I still need to spray the bed when the weather gets a little warmer but it should be on the road soon to start working out the kinks, etc.

12-27-2008, 12:49 PM	#25
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: 1948 3100 Build Update Very nice! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

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