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Old 02-27-2018, 07:34 PM   #48
RADustin
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Re: 58 Apache Bagged Cummins

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Originally Posted by whitedog76 View Post
I didn't see where the large firewall recess was necessary, but I like how the builder in question handled it. Top notch hot rodding.
this is one of the issues of using a late model frame.

He kept the stock engine mount to front wheel centerline dims intact. Which lead to the engine being shifted back a little far and a deeper firewall recess.

had he scooted the engine further forward obviously the firewall wouldn't need to be so deep. but that would be more frame modifications....

ton of ways to skin the cat, pick one and make it work...
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