What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ?

[OrrieG]

Not reading the original post, I would say probably having the cab and radiator support in place. That will let you place it front to back so you do not hit the firewall (or know where to modify) and check radiator clearance. Side to side depends on header configuration and clearance to steering stuff. Up and down, upper clearance is usually not a problem except where the bellhousing hits the firewall/floorpan. Lower depends on pan location. Set the intake manifold carb mount level with the frame, that puts the engine/trans back down about 3-4 degrees.

[1-ton of fun]

i meant more like keeping the mounts lined up right with each other. i guess i can just build a jig for that

[1-ton of fun]

i guess i need to order the raditator and dizzy to know how much it needs to/can move back

[OrrieG]

Originally Posted by 1-ton of fun

i meant more like keeping the mounts lined up right with each other. i guess i can just build a jig for that

The frame has alignment holes left over from original construction on the line. I think the rails were set in to a pinned jig, then the crossmembers placed and riveted. Frame shops use the same holes for straightening. Make sure your frame is square (they do move) then pick two points on each side (shackle rivet, body mount hole center, alignment hole) and use that for reference. I would use a block similar to yours to check before final welding.

[Daze57]

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