dean
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Post by dean on Nov 2, 2009 10:28:03 GMT -5
I have decided on a very strange project for my second GT 2 I am building a custom frame and converting it to a front engine Chevy 4.3 with auto trans and Power Rack & Pinion with I hope an IRS rear end, Power four wheel disc brakes, Air and last but not least a Trunk. I will post pic's as the project progresses.
Dean
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Post by jmurch on Nov 3, 2009 0:23:22 GMT -5
Dean,
I'll be very interested in your project as I have a GTII and want to mount an engine in the front. Do you know of any cars with frames that would work without making a custom frame. I live in Thailand and to register the car I need a serial number from the frame.
John
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Post by skip20 on Nov 6, 2009 9:22:03 GMT -5
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Post by zendragon on Nov 13, 2009 5:53:50 GMT -5
Holy Crap! That car is awesome! I wish I could have the time, money and expertise to do that...
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dean
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Post by dean on Nov 18, 2009 22:46:44 GMT -5
Well I just started my project I decided to build a custom front engine pan using the front cradle and rear end out of an Chevy S10 (the only one that fit) with a custom tubular frame so I did manage to get 4 wheel disc brakes and power rack and pinion so far. I am going to use a 4.3 with a turbo 350 short tail auto trans. I will be posting pics as I get it fitted to the body and welded together.
Dean
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Post by skip20 on Nov 19, 2009 9:02:10 GMT -5
I want to keep a eye on this one.
Post lots of pictures as you do it.
Skip20
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dean
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Post by dean on Aug 10, 2010 12:48:34 GMT -5
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Post by smyrnaguy on Aug 10, 2010 16:56:40 GMT -5
Looks good so far. What size tubing are those side rails? Are you going to put an X member in the center of the chassis? Having built a few hot rods I would worry about the frame twisting especially if the rear is limited slip.
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dean
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Post by dean on Aug 10, 2010 23:12:14 GMT -5
The rails are 2 inch !/4 inch wall square tube there will also be a 1 inch square tube under the floorpan. The rearend is posi.
Dean
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Post by dawgdk on Aug 18, 2010 14:46:39 GMT -5
Dean, We need more pics!!!! How's the clearance gonna be under the front? Was actually wanting to go a similar route but with a monte carlo chassis.
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Post by killswitch0201 on Sept 29, 2010 20:10:22 GMT -5
Awesome project! I have a project going now with an SHO motor going into the back of my GT. Weird though everyone crapped on me for being crazy and saying it wont work. But I believe with the right skill the sky is the limit. Good luck on your project.
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