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Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by imtb, Jul 16, 2023.

  1. imtb
    Joined: Dec 18, 2012
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    from St. louis

    I received the kit for 5 speed conversion. Doing some prep work and preparing myself to start on the swap.
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  2. Beefy parts!
     
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  3. Okie Pete
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    Beautiful car . Enjoy
     
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  4. winduptoy
    Joined: Feb 19, 2013
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    Is this for open driveline then?
    Shoot a picture of the numbers on the tag if you don't already know the gear ratios I can look them up
     
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  5. Hot Rods Ta Hell
    Joined: Apr 20, 2008
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    Neat! Looks much better w/o the stone guard. Heads up on the cheapie plastic fuel filter; they've been known to split, leak fuel and start a fire.
     
  6. imtb
    Joined: Dec 18, 2012
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    imtb
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    from St. louis

    I have been busy. Took rear end out and converted rear end for the open drive line. Struggled with the pinion but finally got it out. Also installed 2" lower leaf spring. Ready to put rear end back in and start on engine and tranny. I got a new burtz eninge and going to install with the T5.
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  7. 05snopro440
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    Looks great! I'm curious to see how the rear stance is with the dropped spring.
     
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  8. 51504bat
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    Nice pebble tech driveway coating. Hopefully it won't stain too badly when your A marks it's spot:cool:
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  9. 05snopro440
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    Pebble Tec is just a brand of exposed aggregate finish used for pools. This type of finish on a driveway is called exposed aggregate and it holds up pretty well from what I've seen (even in our harsh climate).
     
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  10. 48fordnut
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    Nice purchase. Like your ideas.

    Thanks,

    jim
     
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  11. wheeldog57
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    Nice, tidy roadster you have there.
     
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  12. 51504bat
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    Good to know.
     
  13. imtb
    Joined: Dec 18, 2012
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    from St. louis

    Been busy.
    I put the new spring in but nothing but problem. I couldn't get the wheels centered then when i did car would lean to the driver side. I put old spring back in and everything lined up.
    Pics of progress. Tranny is in and really happy with the end results. I like the sound of straight cut gears but this is so smooth and sporty. Still have few things to finish put its back together and was worth the work.
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    Last edited: Aug 25, 2023
  14. Outback
    Joined: Mar 4, 2005
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    Are the new springs equal in length & shape from center bolt to Eye?
    How do they compare to the original springs in shape & size?
     
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  15. roadwarrior84
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    Man, what a beautiful car.
     
  16. VF-1
    Joined: Jan 21, 2021
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    Absolutely stunning! Well played, Brother!!
     
  17. Very nicely done - the 5-speed will make it a really fun driving car …..
     
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  18. imtb
    Joined: Dec 18, 2012
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    imtb
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    Been getting after it. New Burtz engine in. What job getting between the motor mounts. Getting the bugs worked out and running great and with the 5 speed really fun. Found vintage 8 ball shifter. I drove to work today! The rear spring I ordered was not made right and still waiting for it.
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  19. Deuce Daddy Don
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    A real "UNCLE DANIEL"!!!
     
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  20. imtb
    Joined: Dec 18, 2012
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    imtb
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    from St. louis

    Just finished installing this. Still need to tune
     

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  21. One way to increase cylinder pressure on a banger lol
     

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