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> BUILD-OFF CHALLENGE: Tygaboy's '75 LS3, It seemed a good idea at the time...
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post Feb 20 2017, 07:06 PM
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I also got the lower fire wall uprights tacked in. Once they are final welded and I mod the driver's side of the floor pan, the floor goes in.
Then it's on to the seats. Once that's done, I'll move to the tunnel and pedals.

Man, this is taking a long time.


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post Feb 20 2017, 07:22 PM
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QUOTE(914forme @ Feb 20 2017, 04:58 PM) *

QUOTE(tygaboy @ Feb 17 2017, 07:35 PM) *

I confess that I succumbed to peer pressure. I just couldn't take people using the term "short" in relation to any of my stuff.
Tangerine Racing came through with an instant shipment of just the tall (long?) tower pieces! Thanks Chris!
The plan is to get them fully installed tomorrow. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Look really good (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Now do a hard top conversion. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)


What about a T-top? Oh, wait, I know: gull wing doors! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)
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post Feb 23 2017, 02:32 PM
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As one of my car buddies recently reminded me:
There's no kill like overkill! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

So I treated the Tangerine Racing towers to an upgrade to ARP stainless fasteners.
I mean, doesn't Foley's stuff deserve the top shelf treatment? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

I'm going to anodize the top piece, too. Black, maybe gold, still TBD on color.

And that's the spacer that was fabbed to address the interference that would otherwise occur between the shock top hat and the bottom of the tower extension.


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post Feb 23 2017, 02:36 PM
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And here's the benefit to all that work that went into moving the drive line forward:
It's kinda hard to tell in the pics, but I have a reasonably relaxed CV angle. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cheer.gif)

This should address any concerns about CV / CV boot failure.

Maybe someone (Tony?) could post a pic of what this looks like with the trans in the "stock" location?

And yes, there is a spacer that goes between the inner CV and the output drive. I just didn't have long enough bolts...


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post Feb 23 2017, 02:46 PM
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You are welcome Chris (LOL)! That's where it needs to be - great job!

I am still not sure it will work - I need to test it when out there this summer... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

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post Feb 23 2017, 02:51 PM
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QUOTE(Cracker @ Feb 23 2017, 12:46 PM) *

You are welcome Chris (LOL)! That's where it needs to be - great job!

I am still not sure it will work - I need to test it when out there this summer... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

T


Don't kid yourself, my friend. Your experiences are helping shape (literally!) this build and I GREATLY appreciate your willingness to spend time sharing your lessons learned.
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post Feb 23 2017, 04:57 PM
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I tried but do not have a good picture of my set-up Chris...the hassle of moving the drive-line forward is a HUGE improvement over what I am dealing with!

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post Feb 23 2017, 05:59 PM
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OK, so not too scientific but here's an approximation of the angle the axle would otherwise have been.
Looks like I reduced it about 1/2, maybe?


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post Feb 23 2017, 06:11 PM
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I would defiantly say that is fairly accurate - that is a big deal.

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post Feb 23 2017, 09:45 PM
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Here's a photo of my VSS and reluctor. It's the GM VSS, but thought I'd share anyway. The reluctor clears the Porsche 911 CV. I'm using the Audi VSS (on the 01e trans) to run my speedo.

Andys


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post Feb 23 2017, 09:49 PM
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Andy (howdy!)...did you mean to post this in Rudy's thread/build?

Tony

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Here's a photo of my VSS and reluctor. It's the GM VSS, but thought I'd share anyway. The reluctor clears the Porsche 911 CV. I'm using the Audi VSS (on the 01e trans) to run my speedo.

Andys

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post Feb 23 2017, 11:09 PM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Feb 23 2017, 03:59 PM) *

OK, so not too scientific but here's an approximation of the angle the axle would otherwise have been.
Looks like I reduced it about 1/2, maybe?


Wow that is a hell of a lot better then where it would have ended up.
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QUOTE(Cracker @ Feb 23 2017, 07:49 PM) *

Andy (howdy!)...did you mean to post this in Rudy's thread/build?

Tony

QUOTE(andys @ Feb 23 2017, 10:45 PM) *

Here's a photo of my VSS and reluctor. It's the GM VSS, but thought I'd share anyway. The reluctor clears the Porsche 911 CV. I'm using the Audi VSS (on the 01e trans) to run my speedo.

Andys



I think so (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) Regardless thanks Andy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Feb 24 2017, 09:15 AM
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QUOTE(Curbandgutter @ Feb 23 2017, 09:09 PM) *

QUOTE(Cracker @ Feb 23 2017, 07:49 PM) *

Andy (howdy!)...did you mean to post this in Rudy's thread/build?

Tony

QUOTE(andys @ Feb 23 2017, 10:45 PM) *

Here's a photo of my VSS and reluctor. It's the GM VSS, but thought I'd share anyway. The reluctor clears the Porsche 911 CV. I'm using the Audi VSS (on the 01e trans) to run my speedo.

Andys



I think so (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) Regardless thanks Andy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Just wanted to see if you guys were paying attention (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

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post Feb 24 2017, 07:16 PM
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For those who may be interested, here's a better review of the rear floor mod.
1. Cut and move that rear section forward.
2. The gap I need to close
3. Start hammering the curve back into itself
4. Overall shape is where I want it so I'm calling it finished and ready to weld!

Next, I mock it back into the car and trim the edge to match the jacking donut triangle.

This floor is all but ready to go in!


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post Feb 25 2017, 09:33 AM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Feb 24 2017, 05:16 PM) *

For those who may be interested, here's a better review of the rear floor mod.
1. Cut and move that rear section forward.
2. The gap I need to close
3. Start hammering the curve back into itself
4. Overall shape is where I want it so I'm calling it finished and ready to weld!

Next, I mock it back into the car and trim the edge to match the jacking donut triangle.

This floor is all but ready to go in!


Chris that is really nice work. The way you hammered in that reverse curve .... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) . t's amazing how you show these pics and most people look at it and don't realize the 20 hours behind that shot. Keep up the excellent work. I'll be doing my floors soon as well. Need to get motor and trans in place before I finalize the final tubes. Then it's off to the floors like you.

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post Feb 27 2017, 08:43 AM
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I got the rear suspension mocked in and decided to trim the spacers a bit.
How's this for old school? Neat old, belt driven South Bend lathe. Works like a champ!


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The floor is in. Well, all but a few inches of the main joint. Then I need to dress the welds. I'm going to run the stock cross bar because:
1. I have it
2. It makes is simple to locate the seat mounts vs a custom bar
3. The top of it all but lines up with the height of the 1.5x1" tubing that will make up the base of the tunnel.
Note that the cross bar is just sitting there, helping me think through the tunnel design.


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So much to do, so little time.
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Feb 27 2017, 09:43 AM) *

How's this for old school? Neat old, belt driven South Bend lathe. Works like a champ!


Sweet! You're missing out on the authentic antique experience with that Aloris tool post though! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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