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Old 02-12-2017, 09:19 PM   #51
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the wheel in the hole looks pretty darn close to being centered..maybe move cab back a inch or so in that bottom pic..but its close..the top pic looks more centered
I agree with that.

Is that wheel and tire the diameter you are going to run? If the diameter is going to be any larger, it will look different in the wheel well.

In post #25, the left side picture looks more centered than the right too.

On another topic--I was wondering if the bed sides are going to go on the outsides of the IRS spring pockets. The straight-on rear view in an earlier post looks like its wide, and close to the tire.

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Old 02-14-2017, 11:30 PM   #52
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Oh I forgot to mention that the aviator was hit in the front passenger side. I have a friend that can straighten the frame. So hopefully it will pull out enough to match the drivers side.
As for the wheels and tires the diameter is what I plan on keeping whether or not I keep the wheels. 24-26" s is about what looks best to me considering all 4 must be the same diameter for the awd. I believe my 51 has a 25" diameter. So hopefully they will clear, the fenders will come up a hair when I get support under the front. They are free hanging right now.
The bed believe it or not falls right inside the tires just barely. I'd say 1" on both sides. It will still be tight between IRS, if it hits a little I could always notch it a little. I will include a close up pick of the IRS. Name:  IMG_0580.jpg
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Size:  55.8 KBOnce I get the radiator support figured out I will tackle the bed. I am dying to see the running boards on to see how far off the ground it's going to be. I may mock them up soon just to see. Thanks for the observations and concerns! I hope to be back on this full time soon.
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Old 02-15-2017, 12:05 PM   #53
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Re: 54 3600 lincoln aviator

I love this build.

Who needs an S10 swap???

DOHC V8, two thumbs up.

AWD Cool as it gets.

Independent rear, canyon carver.

Ford in a Chevy. Who cares?
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Old 02-18-2017, 12:55 AM   #54
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I love this build.

Who needs an S10 swap???

DOHC V8, two thumbs up.

AWD Cool as it gets.

Independent rear, canyon carver.

Ford in a Chevy. Who cares?
YES! Thank you, I've had so many people say ford in a Chevy? When I know I've seen several mustangs with a ls. It's a cheviator people. Get over it. When I started it. that never crossed my mind. I simply found a chassis I think is better then a s10 and ran with it. Hopefully in another week I'll be back on it full time.
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Old 02-18-2017, 11:20 AM   #55
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I have never liked the S10 swaps. All you're really gaining is the IFS. The 3100 and 3600 frames are much stronger than the S10 will ever be. By the time you chop, weld, modify for the S10 frame, might swell bought an aftermarket IFS and kept the original frame.

I originally was thinking of doing a Trailblazer chassis swap. The big problem with swapping into an AD truck is the width. Not to mention the TB frame has a huge drop in the center.

I like what you're doing much more than any chassis swap I've seen.

I've kind of changed course on my build. For what I want, the MII is a better option.

Next time someone says anything about the Ford power plant, ask them how many 9" rears and MII front ends are under Chevy's.

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Old 02-18-2017, 08:07 PM   #56
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Re: 54 3600 lincoln aviator

This is a very, very cool build.
I'm not a huge van of the Ford V8s (except maybe the 5.2 liter in the new GT350s, or the 6.2 Boss motor) but 300 horsepower should be plenty.
That chassis is a great choice, very very solid and will handle really well. Is the ABS going to stay intact? You mentioned "modules"
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Old 02-21-2017, 12:32 AM   #57
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This is a very, very cool build.
I'm not a huge van of the Ford V8s (except maybe the 5.2 liter in the new GT350s, or the 6.2 Boss motor) but 300 horsepower should be plenty.
That chassis is a great choice, very very solid and will handle really well. Is the ABS going to stay intact? You mentioned "modules"
Yes the ABS will stay intact. I am hoping to keep every option the aviator has. Tilt, traction control etc. I think the 4 wheel drive in hi will be a plus at the drag strip. I even have the reverse sensors intact, but I haven't tested everything yet. Soon I hope.thanks for the post!
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Old 02-21-2017, 12:35 AM   #58
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I have never liked the S10 swaps. All you're really gaining is the IFS. The 3100 and 3600 frames are much stronger than the S10 will ever be. By the time you chop, weld, modify for the S10 frame, might swell bought an aftermarket IFS and kept the original frame.

I originally was thinking of doing a Trailblazer chassis swap. The big problem with swapping into an AD truck is the width. Not to mention the TB frame has a huge drop in the center.

I like what you're doing much more than any chassis swap I've seen.

I've kind of changed course on my build. For what I want, the MII is a better option.

Next time someone says anything about the Ford power plant, ask them how many 9" rears and MII front ends are under Chevy's.

Chris.
Someone on here used a as trail blazer but it was under a later panel. Very cool build! If I find it again I will post it. Don't forget the mountaineer is also the same chassis . very cheap to find these days
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Old 02-21-2017, 12:53 AM   #59
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Here it is colby.http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=trailvoy
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Old 02-21-2017, 01:28 AM   #60
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it doesnt matter to me what power train is in what body, I am an equal opportunity offender! when I did the 65 on S10 I was actually looking for a 67-72 ford shortbed to put on a toyota tacoma frame firewall and floorpan. that would have started some fistfights, although the 4 cylinder 65 didnt make a lot of friends.


looking great! cant wait to see it running and driving! Love working with modern electronics that just plug in and WORK together.
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Old 02-22-2017, 02:51 AM   #61
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Lol thanks mongo, but that's still not the one I was thinking about. Still very cool, but the one I'm thinking of is a later model panel maybe 65? On a SS trailblazer
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Old 02-22-2017, 02:54 AM   #62
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I have never liked the S10 swaps. All you're really gaining is the IFS. The 3100 and 3600 frames are much stronger than the S10 will ever be. By the time you chop, weld, modify for the S10 frame, might swell bought an aftermarket IFS and kept the original frame.

I originally was thinking of doing a Trailblazer chassis swap. The big problem with swapping into an AD truck is the width. Not to mention the TB frame has a huge drop in the center.

I like what you're doing much more than any chassis swap I've seen.

I've kind of changed course on my build. For what I want, the MII is a better option.

Next time someone says anything about the Ford power plant, ask them how many 9" rears and MII front ends are under Chevy's.

Chris.
Scroll down and you will see the quote from mongo. Pretty much everything has been done on this site. Which is incredible!
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Old 02-22-2017, 03:01 AM   #63
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I have never liked the S10 swaps. All you're really gaining is the IFS. The 3100 and 3600 frames are much stronger than the S10 will ever be. By the time you chop, weld, modify for the S10 frame, might swell bought an aftermarket IFS and kept the original frame.

I originally was thinking of doing a Trailblazer chassis swap. The big problem with swapping into an AD truck is the width. Not to mention the TB frame has a huge drop in the center.

I like what you're doing much more than any chassis swap I've seen.

I've kind of changed course on my build. For what I want, the MII is a better option.

Next time someone says anything about the Ford power plant, ask them how many 9" rears and MII front ends are under Chevy's.

Chris.
Scroll down and you will see the quote from mongo its actually on a Ad. Pretty much everything has been done on this site. Which is incredible!
Here is the one I was I was talking about
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Old 05-24-2017, 02:58 PM   #64
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Old 10-14-2019, 07:21 PM   #65
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Well I know it’s been a long time since my last post. My shop caught on fire and burned both of my classics, along with everything I own. It’s better sweet coming back to this sight. It’s time to start another. I have a few to start but I’m thinking I want a cameo. Everyone here has always been wonderful. I love this site!
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Old 10-14-2019, 07:55 PM   #66
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sheesh that sucks! here is a long distance back pat.
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Old 10-14-2019, 08:04 PM   #67
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Sad, sad, hate to see this happen to anyone...Jim
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Old 10-17-2019, 11:02 AM   #68
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What happened? I am only trying to keep fire from my shop. This had to be hard.
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Old 10-18-2019, 02:33 AM   #69
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At auction I purchased a 1950s portable swap cooler in mint condition for 5 bucks. It had a long cord with just 2 wires with no cord cap. Me being the electrician, I wired up a 110 male to the end of it and plugged it in. If ran crazy fast for 4 seconds and started smoking. So I unplugged it, blew the smoke away and stayed with it another full minute. (I have exact times thanks to Cctv). Went to the house to use the restroom and my Nieghbor called asking what I was cooking. Then explosions and I immediately knew. Portable meaning 12volt. So I hit that 12v fan motor with 110 and had to be glowing red. Being a swap cooler it originally had some type of paper filter and being from the 50s. That paper had to be great Firewood. I didn’t fill with water before testing. On top of that it was right next to my lift and auto paint fluids etc. so no worries about your shop catching on fire unless you are an idiot like me. Of course insurance didn’t cover a fraction of what I had. I’ll build again one day hopefully.
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Old 10-18-2019, 05:47 AM   #70
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Man, so sorry to see this setback!!! Just found your build and was leaning in hard to see the finished project. Hang in there.
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man that sucks...at least no-one was hurt...
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At auction I purchased a 1950s portable swap cooler in mint condition for 5 bucks. It had a long cord with just 2 wires with no cord cap. Me being the electrician, I wired up a 110 male to the end of it and plugged it in. If ran crazy fast for 4 seconds and started smoking. So I unplugged it, blew the smoke away and stayed with it another full minute. (I have exact times thanks to Cctv). Went to the house to use the restroom and my Nieghbor called asking what I was cooking. Then explosions and I immediately knew. Portable meaning 12volt. So I hit that 12v fan motor with 110 and had to be glowing red. Being a swap cooler it originally had some type of paper filter and being from the 50s. That paper had to be great Firewood. I didn’t fill with water before testing. On top of that it was right next to my lift and auto paint fluids etc. so no worries about your shop catching on fire unless you are an idiot like me. Of course insurance didn’t cover a fraction of what I had. I’ll build again one day hopefully.
Thanks for taking the time to explain, some one will benefit from your experience. I will be more careful with burnable fluids. Start today on the rebuild.
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Friend

Two things, first, that out come is a back breaker. My heart goes out to ya.

Second' is character. which you have, for you to share and own your mistake. To try to help someone else froming having this happen to them.

No question that all of us have done stuff just like that, only your price tag is off the charts.

Keep on keepin on


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