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Old 11-14-2010, 11:54 PM
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Default Re: 1959 Bel Air Winter Project

I was able to get in the shop yesterday for most of the day. Ordered a bunch of parts.....

Brake booster and master cylinder, tilt column, power steering box, radiator and fan assy., etc.

Measured up to shorten the driveshaft. O.E. this puppy is in excess of 63"

Getting the rear wheels out is no small undertaking. 285/35R-22. 30 inches tall and rather heavy!

Did my initial install on the sway bars. I do not know if I would recommend these to anyone.


WTF?

Wrong bushings for the front. I should have the right ones this week.

I am installing C5 Corvette brakes which I should have this week. I have determined I should use a 4.11 ratio gear set. If my math is correct, I will have a 65mph cruise RPM of just under 2100.
As the parts come in and progress continues, I'll keep ya posted. I'll be at MCAN Saturday and Saturday night. Hope to see some of you!
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