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> Just made some more room...., For a V8!
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post Aug 12 2004, 10:13 PM
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Just thought I'd share a couple progress pics... (Ignore the rust) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

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post Aug 12 2004, 10:15 PM
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Right side: (Notice anything missing?)


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post Aug 12 2004, 10:22 PM
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We dont need no stinking engine shelf...

I like the green color.

First time I did that... I cut a brake line...LOL


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post Aug 12 2004, 10:31 PM
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So, How did you take it out...?

Drill bits....?

Sawzall?

Inquiring minds want to know.....
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post Aug 12 2004, 11:06 PM
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I had planned on just going in there and drawing lines with the acetylene pencil... but once I got in there, I chickened out (too many brake lines, brake cables, and important suspesion members that would be right behind stuff I would cut). I ended up using my trusty $24.99 air body saw from Harbor Freight. Did all that with only two blades, and it went real fast. The blades will even bend and still cut, so you can cut things closer than you would normally think possible. For those unfamiliar with the tool: it's like a tiny sawzall that's air powered with a smaller stroke, smaller blade, and goes very fast.

Brad: Still got that used 9" kevlar clutch disk?
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post Aug 12 2004, 11:11 PM
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So... Do you have to do this for a v8?

lol, im asking that now.. ya.. tell me about it..

I got myself a nibbler.. I can handle it! *grunt*

Clean cuts though!
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post Aug 12 2004, 11:28 PM
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Still have the disc...

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post Aug 12 2004, 11:36 PM
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Andyrew: I don't think so. I just want to make it as easy as possible to work on once it's in there.

Brad: How much do you want for it? I could probably get jkeyzer to pick it up for me, or maybe do it myself later this month.
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post Aug 13 2004, 05:18 AM
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I'm in the middle of doing exactly that
I'll post some pics tonight so we can have a little competition (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

cheers,

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post Aug 13 2004, 05:43 AM
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Mine is coming out this weekend. I'll use a combination of die grinder and air saw! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) What is that color by the way?
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post Aug 13 2004, 09:00 AM
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I still need to go through with a grinder and flap sander to smooth things out. I believe the color is zambezi green, but I'm doing a color change. I wish I could afford a dip, but I can't. Gonna remove as much paint as I can with chemical stripper. The green is a nice color, but it's just not for me.
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post Aug 13 2004, 09:24 AM
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Great job. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

I never thought about removing the engine shelf for a v8 implant.

It take it the shelf isn't structrual?

BTW, I'm cleaning up my engine compartment also, what a PITA to get it clean and removing all extraneous bits. But, when it's done, it's done. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Aug 13 2004, 09:28 AM
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Hey Bondo, Looking good . what shelf I don't see anything Cant wait to see more pic..
what color are you ging to paint. is it possible to modify a dog house thing so a stock water pump can be used? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif)
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post Aug 13 2004, 09:48 AM
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I hope it isn't structural (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) It doesn't appear to be, although the front engine shelf is an extension of a seam in the firewall, so it probably does lend a bit of strength to the firewall from bowing, but that isn't really a strength it needs (unless you tend to put your seat back too far) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

I'm going to paint it Hummer H2 Yellow. It's similar to the 914 color sunflower yellow, but brighter and maybe a little more towards orange.

Not sure what you mean by a doghouse. I am using the stock water pump, but I'm reloacating it to the front trunk and putting an electric drive on it. (it's an LT1, so it has a strange water pump and reverse cooling)
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post Aug 13 2004, 10:02 AM
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QUOTE(Andyrew @ Aug 12 2004, 09:11 PM)
So... Do you have to do this for a v8?

lol, im asking that now.. ya.. tell me about it..

I got myself a nibbler.. I can handle it! *grunt*

Clean cuts though!

It is not necessary to remove any part of the engine shelf when running a V8. You will actually be surprised at how much room you have when going "V" as compared to flat.

There is also no gain to be had when it comes to maintenance or installation/removal of drivetrain. Anything you need to access is either above or below engine shelf.

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post Aug 13 2004, 10:06 AM
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post Aug 13 2004, 10:07 AM
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post Aug 13 2004, 10:08 AM
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John, Thanks.
I knew there was a ton of room side to side.. But what about in the front? I could cut that part out and give myself a little extra room for timing or other stuff.. Right?
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post Aug 13 2004, 10:21 AM
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Nice....

damn.. I've got to buy a digital camera (but that would take away from my car budget you know)...

I just finished the same task.. We cut away all unnecessaries and all tin work for our -6 conversion race car. I just got it back from Paint 2 weeks ago (have 35mm pictures but no scanner) and wish I could share on this thread... It really came out nice.

your pictures look good !

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post Aug 13 2004, 11:11 AM
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Dog house, what I meant was to cut access hole in the firewall behind the back pad then make a door type thing. Is this a bad idea?
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