WOW! This is going to be one righteous ride when your finish. And I second
that in regards to Leadfoot85's comment about having some serious chassis
envy right now.
Do you plan to keep the outsides looking just the way it is now for a real
sleeper look or more like a show vehicle?

 

Going to keep a stock outward appearance
Stock color is called spring green.
It will be the stock color or black with dark blue
overlay to give a bluish tint color to the black
Interior will be stock also unless trans tunnel mods
are required to clear 6L80E, forcing a move to bucket seats.
Plan on using Dakota VHX gauges to take full advantage of ECM information
Just put on the Holley front runner brackets. Look real good ,will add pictures later
Thanks to everyone for the comments, they are all welcomed.

 

"Interior will be stock also unless trans tunnel mods
are required to clear 6L80E, forcing a move to bucket seats"

I bought bucket seats for my 65 Skylark thinking the bench seats would not work after the trans tunnel mods. However after I was all done I think I could have retained the bench seat if I had wanted to.

 

Hoping for the same, really want to keep a bench seat
Buckets seats just don't fit right
As a follow up on frame, the people at Art Morrison Chassis
we're great to deal with, the sales rep I was dealing with
is Kevin Kosir . He was very knowledgable and helped me in making
the right decisions.
Thanks Kevin

 

quick update on front runner system
purchased brackets from Holley to mount a/c and generator and p/s
high on the engine to clear frame
worked out great (holley part # 20-132 & 21-1)
purchased a new 2004 corvette power steering pump
as well as the reservoir kit. All from Jegs Performance.
They will price match and free shipping , 2 big plusses
also found a pressure reducing kit for p/s pump
from Borgeson (part #899001). Was required to reduce
pump pressure for aftermarket DSE rack & pinion setup .
Seems Corvette produces ~ 1200 psi and DSE max pressure
is 1100 psi. ,going to set pump initially at 900 psi and see how it feels.
if anybody has feedback about p/s pump pressure ,would like to hear
it. pictures are with a Pontiac G8 GT p/s pump and reservoir , orientation of hose
from tank to pump would not work ,hence the purchase of the corvette pump & reservoir

 

I really like those brackets! I'm going to get the one for the A/C compressor soon. What style compressor are you using? Also, what A/C system are you using?

 

I will be using the Vintage Air Magnum system with the SD7 compressor
Street Rodder Magazine published a book called "building a 49-54 chevy"
the car can also be seen on their online web sight
cool build with a lot of good ideas and reference.
Leadfoot what type of rack and pinion are you running
should check for max operating pressure.
excessive pressure will cause seal leaks
believe gm p/s pumps operate ~ 1200 psi
and a lot of rack pinion steering require less
believe the mustang setup is less than 1200 psi

 

I'm using a manual rack... no pressure issues here!

 

Found a company that makes a kit to reduce power steering pressure
By the name of Borgeson ( Jegs carries the kit)
Dropped pressure down to 800 psi
Well below the recommended 1100 psi
Should alleviate any leaks caused by over pressure
As a side note I am looking for some exterior trim pieces
For the Fleetline specifically the front fender stainless trim
If you know where I can find any let me know
Thanks

 

I used a t-bird rack no reducer required. I can get the model/part if you like.

 

Thanks , put I am all set .
using 2005 corvette p/s pump set at 800 psi
Well below the 1100 psi I was worried about
Trying to decide if I want to add a cooler
Told not really required for my application
Can always add latter

 

added more pictures of frame and drive train
just got radiator and it fits great
not a bad deal for $199
frame going to shop next week to fit
body. plan on trimming for transmission tunnel,
tubs for rear wheels, and around front suspension
also will locate gas tank and run gas line at that time
with body sitting on frame
like the idea John 67 gave of using copper / aluminum
for a template for stainless steel,
gas line will be 3/8"
wheels are for an 06 mustang and are just to roll chassis around
like the fact that the bolt circle can be 41/2"(Ford)
or 43/4" (Chevy)
by the way the wheels and tires on the chassis now
will be for sale

 

more to add

 

Damn that's nice! Do you think you could come out to California for a week so I could copy the frame?

 

LOL. Thanks for the compliment but got to give art morrison enterprise most of the credit. They make a great chassis for modern day handling for these old cars.
Check their web site out.
Lots of good information available to help with build.
Everything has gone together without a hitch.
Wanted to have pictures show what can be done.

 

thought I would post
picked up a 1952 chevy 3100 pickup
to go with the fleetline
will be upgrading to a LSX later
after fleetline project done.
will make a nice daily driver for now

 

That truck is sweet! LS swap should be a little easier on the truck since it already has an SBC. Unless you plan to go with another AM chassis! Lol

 

Nice! We need more AD Chevys around here. I have a swap thread on my 1950 5 window but its actually more of a frame off complete rebuild. I have a full build thread on a different board. If you want some tips on what not to do I'll share all my screw ups.

 

Nice truck. That'll be my next project after I finish the current one. Same treatment as the Bel-Air, LS powered and bagged.
Good Luck on both.

 

Both vehicles are too cool!