lownfast

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Did some work, cut the trans tunnel. test fitting the motor and trans tomorrow.

lownfast

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12 bolt is all painted, new bushings installed.

destroyed a 4x4 wood block in the process.

lownfast

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i plan to modify these mounts so i can use the factory LS ac compressor. decided to test fit just to see how close i am.





oil pan clearance

lownfast

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Sits in the frame nicely.




Firewall clearance

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Wonder if i need this little piece that sticks up?

lownfast

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little more trimming and we should be shittin' in high cotton.

lownfast

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All put up till next weekend...

71Fakes

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lownfast - I plan to removing any unnecessary tab on the trans that gets in my way. It might be used for something, on some OE fitment...but not on my build.

Was this the first time the motor sat in the car? If so - congratulations. Big step.

Troy

lownfast

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Yes sir, this was the first time the engine met the car. So far they are getting along well. The engine pictured is a 6.0 with 317 heads I bought to use with a turbo. But I have changed plans and have an LY6 engine now. I'll have to find the 6.0 a new home at some point.

I think I'll just trim the ear off the Trans. It should be just fine.

lownfast

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This is pretty much the permanent fitment of the engine/trans. the engine is level side to side, and its all set at 4 degrees down. My tie rods hit my oil pan, so i added 1/4 inch shims and now i have plenty of clearance lock to lock.

lownfast

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I have plenty of clearance from the firewall to the engine and bell housing.

Driver side



passenger side





Time to start covering the trans up

lownfast

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I guess i got lucky, my trans is sitting at 4 degrees and it bolted to the factory crossmember with no modification needed, and as an added bonus the crossmember is bolted to the frame using factory mounting holes!

lownfast

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The 12 bolt is finally home hanging in the frame.

lownfast

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Had one issue, i bought BMR adjustable upper control arms, and the driver side hits the housing, im not very happy about having to cut up a brand new over priced part, i would say BMR's R&D is lacking at the least...

lownfast

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Im still undecided if i want to notch my frame to fit the factory LS compressor or use the kwik relocation,

Rucumn

I am at these decision points with my '67 chevelle now. I have spent some time looking at pictures of the Kwik set up and it is a presentable and affordable option, but I am leaning toward modifying the crossmember for a few reasons.

1. my frame had previously been repaired on the passenger front frame horn, so not concerned about ruining a perfect frame. Minor repair and still a good frame, but just makes the decision easier for me.
2. I plan to make precise cuts so that if I ever wanted to weld the piece back in to give it the stock appearance I will have the piece I cut out.
3. probably the biggest reason is to save a couple hundred $$$$ for other necessities.

You are ahead of me, so keep the updates coming!

lownfast

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I think you made up my mind!

lownfast

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My lee manufacturing adapters for my jeep box finally arrived.

lownfast

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I managed to trim the alternator bracket and fit the throttle body.

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Installed fitting in the jeep box. Very easy stuff, for $5 the fittings are a steal.