kst8engineer - '71 Chevelle LS1/T56 build thread
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I used a knife-shaped tip on a soldering iron to melt/cut the holes undersized, then I came back with a 1.5" or 2" sanding drum on my drill press to clean up the edges and smooth them out.
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I know you used the F-body brakes on the rear of your Chevelle. I'm doing the same on mine, my question is did you have to use a spacer between the backing plate and rear end? I've seen places that say you need a spacer and others that say you dont. Also did you figure anything out on the E- brake?
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I know you used the F-body brakes on the rear of your Chevelle. I'm doing the same on mine, my question is did you have to use a spacer between the backing plate and rear end? I've seen places that say you need a spacer and others that say you dont. Also did you figure anything out on the E- brake?
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I have research the e-Brake issue myself as I am doing the rear brake (later) for my Nova project.. and have seen a few threads and post elsewhere.. Here is one that I found on Pro-Touring.
http://www.pro-touring.com/showthrea...tup&highlight=
hope i helps you guys. I'll like to see what you guys come up with also..
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http://www.pro-touring.com/showthrea...tup&highlight=
hope i helps you guys. I'll like to see what you guys come up with also..
BC
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I have research the e-Brake issue myself as I am doing the rear brake (later) for my Nova project.. and have seen a few threads and post elsewhere.. Here is one that I found on Pro-Touring.
http://www.pro-touring.com/showthrea...tup&highlight=
hope i helps you guys. I'll like to see what you guys come up with also..
BC
http://www.pro-touring.com/showthrea...tup&highlight=
hope i helps you guys. I'll like to see what you guys come up with also..
BC
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Hi..have you finished your car yet..I'm in the last stages of my build ls376 keisler 5 SPD 71 chevelle...I'd like to see some pics if u finished..trade some stories of our builds maybe..I don't have pics on my tablet or I would have attached one for you..working on door panels, stripes and still need to charge the air and tune the motor,,,but car runs great and insane power ...good luck with the ride...rob manahawkin nj
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No, I haven't dug into the e-brake setup yet. I'm currently working on installing new door panels, and it looks like the front suspension will be the next item on the list.
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A alternative part that needs some modification is off another GM car and is to thick so it would have to be sliced with a blade is Dorman 924-243.
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