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Old 11-14-2014, 02:29 PM   #15
burnitg
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Black Hawk, CO
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Re: Project Screamer - '72 GMC K2500 + DD 4-53T

I have made some progress on the engine mounts. The front mount is complete and welded in from the top. I will flip the frame and weld the bottom later.

Here's a couple of views of the mount:

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I'm ready to start on the rear mounts. I have decided to replace the rear spring hangers of the front springs and box the frame in that area. The torque of the engine will be transferred by these mounts and I feel that the frame should be stronger.

Here's a mock up of the engine connected to the front mounts and in its correct position:

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I'll have to go to town and hunt up the correct tubing for the rear spring hanger.

On the parts front, I have the clutch brake and alignment tool. I am still looking for a horizontal, spin on oil filter since the current filter will hit the front differential and the correct fan hub and pulley.

More to come...
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