Of course they have to use a Chevy but I guess the principle is the same for Fords too. https://www.speedwaymotors.com/the-...medium=email&utm_content=toolbox&smi_pc=happy
Thank you for this article. One question though, there seems to be a shim under the block, I ***ume to correct the pinion angle? Is that correct and are those shims available?
That's correct. Summit has a wide ***ortment: https://www.summitracing.com/search/part-type/pinion-angle-shims/shim-angle/3-degrees
Those adjustable pin blocks are pretty cool. I was just considering making a set with offset pin locations to do the same thing (and also in a Chevy...but don’t tell anyone here.)
I use 'em on my Merc. When I got the car it had standard run of the mill 3" blocks that were too narrow and wouldn't stay put, letting the axle squirm. I could not tighten the u-bolt nuts enough to keep 'em in place. I switched to 2" adjustable blocks and have had no issues since.
Too bad the author didn't mention the shim blocks, but I guess that wouldn't opened another whole subject to delve into. I do wish he would be shown a better Side Pic of the finished result. Not really able to see results from a 3/4 side view. I wish these blocks would've been around 30yrs ago. I had a 2" dropped front axle on my 56 F100. The lower the F100 sits, the more accentuated the off-centered wheel is vs wheel opening. I think a 2" push Forward would've made a big difference in looks. Sent from my KFDOWI using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
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