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Old 02-25-2014, 07:47 AM
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Ok, this next step is where the project goes off the deep end.

I purchased a DSE mini tub kit from a friend. At the same time, I bought a new (to me) MIG welder to replace the old Lincoln I had which had some serious issues. The cutting began... Got the passenger side tub in nice and tidy.



Then work intervened (I am a field service engineer in the Power Generation industry) and I spent the next few months on the road. As much as I hate traveling, the aspect of it is nice. Due to that and the fact I wasn't home, I sent the car back to G Force to finish the mini tub install... At the same time, I ordered a QuadraLink kit from DSE and 9", along with a 4 point roll bar, and Wilwood rear brakes to match the fronts.



In addition, the car was put on a rotisserie and the underside was stripped to reveal some of the cleanest sheetmetal the shop had ever seen. I had to pinch myself when I saw it. Not even a pinhole anywhere. The factory red oxide primer visible underneath undercoating that was painted on at some point too.

















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Old 02-25-2014, 01:19 PM
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Ok, back to this...

Four link installed, mini tubs complete, chassis repainted.













Gotta love the tire fitment of the old 9.5's with the narrowed rear and mini tubs. They are swimming back there.

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Old 02-25-2014, 01:41 PM
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What's going in the back? 12" wheels by 20"?

Love the project. Will be following along.
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Old 02-25-2014, 01:44 PM
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What's going in the back? 12" wheels by 20"?

Love the project. Will be following along.
Thanks! 18"x12". I prefer meatier tires. I already have the wheels and they are already mounted on the car with 335/30-18's. I will post the rest of the pics in the next day or so to show the current status.
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Old 02-25-2014, 05:21 PM
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That is a lot of work!!!! Looks good so far....did you install the DSE rear or did G-force?
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The car is looking good nice to see you posting over here.
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Old 02-26-2014, 05:42 AM
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Looks good.

Do you still have the old set of 17" wheels?
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