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Old 01-18-2013, 10:25 AM
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STS makes kits for late-models, so I'd see no problem. A buddy of mine had a single installed in his 02 Camaro a while back. He loved it, and it put down good power. The only issue would be lag, since they're so much further back.

I just realized you're in Mentor! I went there on business visiting Component Repair Technologies a few years ago. This was in June, so the weather was awesome. I'm a big fan.
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Originally Posted by hookemdevils22
STS makes kits for late-models, so I'd see no problem. A buddy of mine had a single installed in his 02 Camaro a while back. He loved it, and it put down good power. The only issue would be lag, since they're so much further back.

I just realized you're in Mentor! I went there on business visiting Component Repair Technologies a few years ago. This was in June, so the weather was awesome. I'm a big fan.
Yeah that's company is on Tyler blvd & down the street by the post office there's a Diner name Annabelle & ever Sat nite they have a cruise nite. I was wondering about the lag but if I make the a/r smaller would that help abit on the spool. Thank you for replying & have a good wknd.
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I know that it has been awhile but $$$ is starting to roll. I got a mock up compac unit , 2 different pods for the console , 4 louvers & vintage air streamline 4 **** control. I'll be mocking everything then I'll have some pics later. More parts to come. Thanks for looking .
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Looks like a real nice build! Any chance of getting a tape measure pic along side the AC compressor & bractet? I want to get a idea how far I need to notch and I'm broke for a while. LOL. Thanks
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[QUOTE=Jimbo1367;17723246]Looks like a real nice build! Any chance of getting a tape measure pic along side the AC compressor & bractet? I want to get a idea how far I need to notch and I'm broke for a while. LOL. Thanks
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Give me till tomorrow ok.
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I forgot to mention that I got a custom cam grind Comp Cams & roller timing chain.
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231 I - 235 E
.617 I - .620 E
LS 113+4

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badass nova. I wanted a nova project but couldn't find one for my price range locally so I had to go with a chevelle.
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Thank you RML . I love the 1970 Chevelle & will do one some day with 6.0 TT 6l90 with Detriot Speed suspension. The Nova is for my awesome fiancé .
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Looks like a real nice build! Any chance of getting a tape measure pic along side the AC compressor & bractet? I want to get a idea how far I need to notch and I'm broke for a while. LOL. Thanks
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Hope this helps , the iPhone doesn't work the way I want it to work.
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Originally Posted by Jimbo1367
Looks like a real nice build! Any chance of getting a tape measure pic along side the AC compressor & bractet? I want to get a idea how far I need to notch and I'm broke for a while. LOL. Thanks
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The iPhone won't let me upload 2 pics , so here's the other pic.

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Here's the pod mock up with vents louvers & 4 **** streamline control , on top of 2010 Challenger console. More to come once I make 2 holes on dash for other 2 louvers.
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Just picked up a 4l80e , it code is 6JHP. It's a core so I can build it up with all the good stuff & get full manual trans brake valve body & etc. I'm thinking that I've should've bought the 97-03 unit but this is 96. What do u guys think cause it's gonna be TT 370 around 1400 hp.
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Garysturbo,
Thanks for the pics!!!! From the pic, it appears the back of the compressor body is flush with the rear mount hole from the pic above, correct? Ballpark past bolt centerline? LOL, Sorry dude. I do REALLY do appreicate the pics and feedback for my pain in the azz questions. LOL.

I am digging the black A/C controls. It seems to fit the Challenger console very well IMHO.

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Garysturbo,
Thanks for the pics!!!! From the pic, it appears the back of the compressor body is flush with the rear mount hole from the pic above, correct? Ballpark past bolt centerline? LOL, Sorry dude. I do REALLY do appreicate the pics and feedback for my pain in the azz questions. LOL.

I am digging the black A/C controls. It seems to fit the Challenger console very well IMHO.

Thanks again,
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Jim , your not being a pain , I'm learning my self & how are we gonna know anything if we don't ask. As for the end of compressor is flush with the end of mount ( top ). Yes it's close to the motor mount but it works. The pics is up close shot , hope it helps. The motor mount adapter is stock location Car Shop but i moved it forward 1 1/4 (one of the block mount bolt lined up & drilled & tap 2 holes on each side so I can make this kit work). Thanks for the imply , I might change the 4 **** control with part of the Challenger original air & heat control & cut portion out & put it on top of console like original & put vintage air control in place. I'm not liking the pods I have & might use the original Nova louvers.
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Old 10-06-2013, 04:43 PM
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Gary,
Thanks for the reply and pic. Thats exactly the info & pic I was hoping for.
I am looking forward to more updates ! How do you like the Air Ride setup?

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Jim
I actually really like it , it ride good & when I finish it , I'll be able to raise it in setting 3 for speed bumps & high driveways then hit 2 for default ride height & I'm gonna add the red laser inside each shocks for ride height change automatically when load is different thanks for comment & if you need anymore help , just text away ok & good luck with your project.
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Yes I forgot to mention that I have the Fessler Billet Black anodize trunk hinge. Also got stainless steel door latch striker & adjustable hood stop. I'm looking to order the Clayton Machine gas & brake assembly & their door & window crank handle.
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Hi , a little update. I decided to use the factory vent hole & control hole with filler panel & drill 2 holes each ,. On the driver side left panel has upper hole is filled with 2 1/16 fuel pressure gauge & lower hole is round vent & right side of driver panel is upper for boost gauge & lower hole for other round vent . Then I drilled 2 holes on passenger side under dash pad @ used the other 2 round vent. As for the filler panel , I'm gonna do some detail work to fill any gaps. Here's some pics.
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