word, rag joint is replaced with a speedway coupler. i dunno. i think its the solid control arms shafts…might try the bushed 73+ style first.
the CV front end is def not a bolt-on thats for sure
the one I saw had a narrowed cradle, a mustang II rack and shocks relocated
lots of work. but having come this far and not getting what I wanted

watching your build for results. maybe the bags will help the geometry's shortcomings.

look like your moving right along. props.

 

Jammin right along on the '65.

Now that the semester is over, I should have a lot more time to get this thing done.

Circle D 3k stall for the 4l80e is on it's way
Started the steering wheel restoration today
Fitted the '72 steering guts in the '65 column

 

Circle D

 

I've been working on the brakes all weekend, adapting the 88-98 1500 stuff to my truck.

Essentially used a secondary bellcrank behind the brake pedal which actually attaches to the booster pushrod.

 

nice. that's a thoughtful and clean solution.

 

Thanks. It's another brake pedal, with the pedal cut off. The 88-98 booster rods are non removable and have an eyelit. I could have cut it and threaded it, but I wanted it to be easy in case I ever replace it.

Don't mind that other mount I tacked on there. It was a different idea which worked, this is just simpler.

 

you ever sell that Volvo? i remember seeing it on CL a while back. LS swaps are pretty popular around here. i sold my swapped 87 stepside for a great price.

 

No, I doubt I will. Once I finish the truck it will probably get an s475/480 and E85.

I knew building it that it would be difficult to sell when the time came. It's going to take a Volvo enthusiast as it's not a desirable platform.

But it gets more attention than any of my classic builds ever did. Including my 1931 Model A.

 

Yeah it's a wild swap. I'm rounding third base on my RX8 swap.

 

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v...92136505117898

 

Very nice. Now it won't ride like a "truck."

 

Building a compartment behind the ashtray door for my air valves and gauge. Good use of otherwise wasted space, and it should look 100% factory when the door is closed.

Having a hard time finding a compact 90 degree hinge that will work.

 

Re-designed it this morning.

Now houses a dual needle air gauge in the middle and 2 valves on each side angled slightly inward.

 

Looking good.

 

You live in South Austin? I think I've met you before. I bought an LS6 cam and clutch setup from ya. That V looks familiar

 

I do, but I've never sold an LS6 cam or ls clutch setup locally. Thanks, it has a 170,000 miles but it's pretty mint. A lot of highway miles I believe, as it had 150 when I bought it 3 years ago. I drive the Volvo more than anything else right now lol.

Got bored and made my 3rd trip to the shop today.

Finished up the driver side.
New
-outer floor
-kick panel
-lower a pillar
-inner rocker
-outer rocker
-lower door skin

A little grinding in a few spots and some seam sealer and it will be ready for paint. Then I have to do the passenger side :/

 

Started on the passenger side this morning.

 

Picked up a stupid clean '70 last night.

 

Man you're swimming in pre 73 Chevys. I was looking for months and settled with an 87

 

Looks great!