Cgt project

[vet57air]

Make it real low they said, it will be cool they said....Urg!







Was going to flatten the firewall anyway.

[SkinnyG]

Is the engine being set back more than usual, or is it just a height issue?

[vet57air]

The engine may have slighty more setback than stock, but the issue is when you go this low all the suspension goes up in the frame, mounting the engine that much higher. Running 28 and 29 inch diameter tires doesn't help and that 8L90 tranny is huge. The steering rack is determining where the engine will sit. From where the engine sits now I could go forward or back an inch or 2.

[vet57air]

Turned my big hump into a super hump. Needed the extra room for the 8L90 and driveline angles. Starting to make a firewall.
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[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by vet57air

Turned my big hump into a super hump. Needed the extra room for the 8L90 and driveline angles. Starting to make a firewall.

Looks like you had to raise the tunnel about 2"?

[vet57air]

Close 2.5"

[88Stanger]

Its fun to watch your dream ride be built. lol
Awesome build! Love the whole plan, excited to see the updates.

[88Stanger]

Damn, what a work of art that frame is. nice work

[0ldSoul]

Wow, that exhaust is killer! Nice work!!

I love the idea, definitely haven't seen that before.. but won't the exhaust heat damage the chrome on the bumper?

[vet57air]

Originally Posted by 0ldSoul

Wow, that exhaust is killer! Nice work!!

I love the idea, definitely haven't seen that before.. but won't the exhaust heat damage the chrome on the bumper?

It will not damage the chrome. I have done this before on a 57 Chevy where I had the exhaust come out where the optional backup lights are with no issues.

[vet57air]

Love it when things work out. The A/C evaporator fit with no issues with the fire wall mods

[vet57air]

I used vintage air's condenser for a C10 as it fits inside the rad support to give more room for the radiator.

[vet57air]

Intercooler tank fits

[Android04]

Looks killer!

[19SIKtySix]

This thing is a beauty, I love all the killer metal work.

Can't wait to see more progress on your build!

[vet57air]

I have my 325/35/22 tires in place. They are pretty big at 31" tall. Pictured is the min clearance I could get away with, about 3/8". Should have a bit more maybe. I don't really like the way they look from the outside. To far in. Thinking I will cut the box side flange back, to bring the tire farther out. Anyone do this? I'm thinking I would cut back to 1/4" and weld some 1/4 x 1/2 FB along the seam to make up for lost strength. I could then move the tire out another 1" or so and end up with 1/2- 5/8" clearance

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by vet57air

I have my 325/35/22 tires in place. They are pretty big at 31" tall. Pictured is the min clearance I could get away with, about 3/8". Should have a bit more maybe. I don't really like the way they look from the outside. To far in. Thinking I will cut the box side flange back, to bring the tire farther out. Anyone do this? I'm thinking I would cut back to 1/4" and weld some 1/4 x 1/2 FB along the seam to make up for lost strength. I could then move the tire out another 1" or so and end up with 1/2- 5/8" clearance

That's about spot on where mine is & I share the same concern of it being tucked too much. The issue w/trimming the inner bedside flange is you can't trim much (maybe .675?). Even @ that, I would want to reinforce it somehow. I am still contemplating possibilities....

What wheel widths did you ultimately purchase?

[vet57air]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

That's about spot on where mine is & I share the same concern of it being tucked too much. The issue w/trimming the inner bedside flange is you can't trim much (maybe .675?). Even @ that, I would want to reinforce it somehow. I am still contemplating possibilities....

What wheel widths did you ultimately purchase?

Front wheels are 9" with a 255/35/22. Turns lock to lock no issues at ride height (coil overs). Rears are 12" 325/35/22

[vet57air]

Put it on the ground today and rolled it out. The rear tire looks better sitting on the ground.
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[vet57air]

Originally Posted by vet57air

I have my 325/35/22 tires in place. They are pretty big at 31" tall. Pictured is the min clearance I could get away with, about 3/8". Should have a bit more maybe. I don't really like the way they look from the outside. To far in. Thinking I will cut the box side flange back, to bring the tire farther out. Anyone do this? I'm thinking I would cut back to 1/4" and weld some 1/4 x 1/2 FB along the seam to make up for lost strength. I could then move the tire out another 1" or so and end up with 1/2- 5/8" clearance
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So this what I did for tire clearance. I cut 5/8" out and left 1/2". I then welded some 3/16" x 1/2" FB on top for added strength. By leaving the 1/2" I didn't cut through any spot welds. The braces then had to be lengthened and welded. Seems like a lot of work but if you have a large wheel and tire (31" tall) at this ride height you need all the room you can get.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by vet57air

So this what I did for tire clearance. I cut 5/8" out and left 1/2". I then welded some 3/16" x 1/2" FB on top for added strength. By leaving the 1/2" I didn't cut through any spot welds. The braces then had to be lengthened and welded. Seems like a lot of work but if you have a large wheel and tire (31" tall) at this ride height you need all the room you can get.

Yep. Thats what I had in mind. Trim back just to the edge of the spot welds (~.625") and reinforce the remaining lip for reassurance. I haven't decided on bolt-in or welding the reinforcement.

[vet57air]

Almost done my fabricating, details. Battery box and transmission cooler mount.

[aggie91]

Personally I like your set up now with the lesser lip so the detail of the wheel center is more clearly seen. I agree with Scoti's comments on bs measurements.

I think the big lip trend is going to play out at sometime, but the lesser lip/more center detail is timeless.

[Warrens69GMC]

Nice, How did I miss this?

[SCOTI]

Well.... I guess that's good. Work detail should easily pass ownership QC. But then again I've heard when the same person wears both hats (owner & QC) there can be a struggle.