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Old 01-21-2015, 11:07 PM
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I've rolled a foxes fenders before. the angle of the metal was larger than 90* to start so I had to get it started with the mallet and then it rolled nicely.


I'll probably roll them here soon. It's close on the edges
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Originally Posted by SupaDupaSteve
I've rolled a foxes fenders before. the angle of the metal was larger than 90* to start so I had to get it started with the mallet and then it rolled nicely.


Im trying to avoid rolling the fenders because I dont want my old brittle paint to crack/start cracking.
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Got tied up with work here are some updates.

Got the last puzzle pieces back, time to get to work.


Inner fender well pic after taking a hammer to it

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Is that a hot side you made, or is it a premade kit for this swap?
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Stock K member... Thinking of going AJE later
Which motor mounts?
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Some folks rent fender bead rollers and some guys advertise the service cheap on CL.
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Old 01-28-2015, 11:32 AM
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Thanks for the inner fender pic President!
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Old 01-28-2015, 05:09 PM
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Is that a hot side you made, or is it a premade kit for this swap?
It's the On3 hot side. I had the turbo mount location slightly modified to allow for a larger turbo.

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Thanks for the inner fender pic President!
No problem sir I'll post more pics as it gets underway
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Old 01-28-2015, 10:34 PM
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Sounds good!
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So any updates?
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Old 06-25-2015, 03:27 PM
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Also in for updates... I'm in the Tulsa area, too. Just started my build (will post a thread soon).
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Because I too have an 88mm vs turbo on order. Pt88 clone. Ill start a thread soon once more parts come in. Hope its all going well!
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nice build, im looking for a mustang myself to put my LS in it. Only ever liked the hatchbacks but the normal sedan type is starting to grow on me
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