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Old 12-23-2015, 11:17 PM   #76
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You can also check my thread to see how I did mine. Starts on page 10, post #246.

Post your pic's!
How do you make the flange? Those look real nice!

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Old 12-24-2015, 07:25 PM   #77
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A good friend made them for me with a shrinker/stretcher.
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Old 03-22-2016, 12:50 PM   #78
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Hey Rick, I was looking at that same center section! The trans mount looks funky to me though, does it seem like it will hold up? Any clearance issues? Looks like a great low cost alternative to a PB center section!
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Old 05-20-2016, 04:04 AM   #79
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Awesome build man!
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Old 05-23-2016, 09:34 PM   #80
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Just found your build & will be following along, I wish my son & I could make the progress you have.
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Old 05-24-2016, 02:34 PM   #81
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Rick where are You? ---- missing your build updates!
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Old 11-29-2016, 11:15 AM   #82
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Well, its that time of year again where work slows and I get the time to pick back up on the truck. Not much has changed since last year. I have gathered some parts and am thinking about changing direction with regards to powertrain. Originally I liked the idea of a gen 1 SBC roots blower set up that would take me back to the days of high school. Recently I started exploring the idea of GMs GM Performance LS3 480 HP Connect & Cruise Package Engine. There are $800 in rebates through year end and I believe I would get much more use/drive ability out of this package. Also, by the time a buy the heads, supercharger, carbs, etc. for my 406 shortblock the cost is negligible. Turning 50 this year must have changed my way of thinking! lol. As for the parts I've gathered (mostly sheetmetal) I picked up the recessed firewall, core support, inner fenders, and floors from Absolute sheetmetal. Nice folks there. I guess thats it, time to get started again! Happy Holidays to all!
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Old 11-29-2016, 12:40 PM   #83
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are you thinking full drivetrain or just the motor? If the budget allows may want to add the trans as well, so then hopefully everything is plug n play.
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Old 11-29-2016, 06:34 PM   #84
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Welcome back Rick! I like the connect and cruise idea and am looking forward to updates.
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Old 11-29-2016, 08:35 PM   #85
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are you thinking full drivetrain or just the motor? If the budget allows may want to add the trans as well, so then hopefully everything is plug n play.
Was thinking of the complete package. Might also look at "take outs, drop outs," or whatever there called.
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Old 11-29-2016, 08:38 PM   #86
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Welcome back Rick! I like the connect and cruise idea and am looking forward to updates.
Thanks Doug, good to be back! I hope all has been well for you and yours! Like the peanut gallery setup in your shop! lol All that is missing is a tv and recliner.
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Old 11-29-2016, 08:41 PM   #87
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Hey Rick, I was looking at that same center section! The trans mount looks funky to me though, does it seem like it will hold up? Any clearance issues? Looks like a great low cost alternative to a PB center section!
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I have not mounted an engine /trans to it yet but I see no reason why I wouldn't like it. Should function very well as far as far as I can tell.
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Old 12-31-2016, 11:22 AM   #88
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Earlier in my build I had an issue. I am using a 99 Explorer rear with 4.5 bolt pattern and the front clip is a Metric GBody with a 4.75 bolt pattern. I already had a set of wheels and tires from a 66 Coronet convertible I sold and they were like new with a 4.5 bolt pattern. I was trying to find a "easy" solution but kept running into dead ends. So I ponied up and bought the Wilwood kit with everything I needed to make it work. All that was required was to cut the ears off of the Gbody spindles and drill/tap the dust cover holes to accept the new caliper mount. Wilwood makes nice stuff. Problem solved.


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Old 12-31-2016, 11:39 AM   #89
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Looks good.
Nice wheels!!
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Old 12-31-2016, 11:41 AM   #90
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I decided on a complete dropout from a 2011 Camaro SS with 31k miles. I wanted a true LS3 (430hp) and an automatic trans but GM never offered this. If you wanted the auto trans. you got the L99 (400hp) with the variable valve timing etc. I did not want that. I found a guy who salvages many of these Camaros, GTOs etc. and he sold me a true LS3 from 1 car, and a 6l80e 6 speed auto from another car. Package comes with computer, shifter, gas pedal, etc.
I then called Jeremy at PSI Conversions in New Jersey and he assured me they can sell me a harness to make everything work together. While waiting on the engine/trans to get here I figured I would set the cab on the frame and start figuring out how to mount it, the new core support, inner fenders, etc. since I made no notes when tearing everything apart. I even went as far as boxing the frame and welding up most holes, including where the rear cab shackle mounts bolt to the frame! Never was a good planner.

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Old 12-31-2016, 11:49 AM   #91
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Re: Hotrodelrods 54 build

This brings me to a few questions.
1) Do most of you use the rear cab shackles for mounting cab to frame?
2) Up front where the cab floor mounts to the frame outriggers do you modify this mount at all? Not sure a long bolt through the floor seems all that great.
3) Are there any bushings or pads used between the frame and the cab?
4) Any tips on locating the new core support? Of course I took no measurements here either!

Thanks for your help!

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Old 12-31-2016, 11:50 AM   #92
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Nice wheels!!
Thanks Kees!
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Old 12-31-2016, 12:06 PM   #93
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This brings me to a few questions.
1) Do most of you use the rear cab shackles for mounting cab to frame?
2) Up front where the cab floor mounts to the frame outriggers do you modify this mount at all? Not sure a long bolt through the floor seems all that great.
3) Are there any bushings or pads used between the frame and the cab?
4) Any tips on locating the new core support? Of course I took no measurements here either!

Thanks for your help!

Rick
Hope this helps. You chassis is looking good!
1- I did on my black truck.
2 - No, I use it as is.
3- Yes, you can buy them though I am cutting up a truck mud flap for the pads.
4- install cab on frame square. Loosely attach front fenders, inner fenders and radiator support in front of cab with radiator support on a support (bottle jack with board, or hanging from a cherry picker) and adjust up down sideways for alignment. Tighten attachment bolts as you get closer to where the radiator support needs to be. Build a crossmember under the radiator support. Be sure to include fore and aft adjustment.

Probably a better way out there....just my thoughts.
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Old 12-31-2016, 12:55 PM   #94
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Thanks Doug! Can always count on you for help. Happy 2017 to you and your family!

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Thanks Doug! Can always count on you for help. Happy 2017 to you and your family!

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Same to you and yours Rick!
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Old 12-31-2016, 11:50 PM   #96
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Very cool build. Like the garage, wish i had a garage like that. will continue to watch your build.
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Old 01-05-2017, 07:39 PM   #97
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Started trying to figure out the core support so that I can move on to floors, firewall, and inner fenders. What a pita! lol Lots of trial and error.I can't imagine trying to attach a painted front clip without doing damage!

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I think everything is lined up pretty well so I can secure core support in place. Heres a pic with front end in place.

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Good work Rick. Front is coming together.
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Stance is starting to look nice!
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Stance is starting to look nice!
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