67 Camaro project "It Don't Fit" - Page 4 - Lateral-g Forums

makoshark · #31 05-05-2012, 06:47 PM

I got the passenger side tub cut out and prefitted. I'm pleased with how well it's fitting with just my first cut. There is not going to hardly be any trimming to this side to make fit well.

I have to finish notching the frame rail at the bottom. Make the closeouts and the reinforcement bracket that I made to go inside the frame rails. I also have to epoxy prime the tub and drill holes in it. I wonder if I can accomplish all this tomorrow

intocarss · #32 05-05-2012, 07:52 PM

THAT looks good

Sonar Chief · #33 05-05-2012, 08:39 PM

Very Nice

Keep us posted with pixs, you know we like pixs!!

makoshark · #34 05-05-2012, 10:03 PM

Thanks guys...More comin'

makoshark · #35 05-18-2012, 01:47 PM

I want to use my thread to give a praise for Ridetech. I was just reading a thread over on pt.com where someone was being impatient with Ridetech. I saw where Brett let this person know he will take care of his problem, but he will not let him run over him or his employees. Brett did a fine job in handling that situation. I chose Ridetech because they 'USE' their suspension and it has been proven time and time again. It may not be the best of the best out there right now, but it fit what I wanted. I wanted a clean looking, simple setup WITHOUT a panhard bar. Ridetech just went waaaay beyond the call of duty with me because my TruTurn was on backorder for so long. They really did not have to do what they did for me, however they have a lifetime customer with me!

A+++++++ to AirRide Technologies...Customer support and products are top notch

makoshark · #36 05-20-2012, 02:54 PM

I finished installing the passenger mini tub. I still have to weld in the trunk hinge bracket to the tub. I got most of the AirBar installed as well. I can't find my freaking angle finder, so I can't weld on the upper brackets. Also, the company that sold me my u-bolts sent 2 of them the wrong size. I took pictures of everything thus far, but for some reason my computer will not recognize the memory card anymore. Needless to say, it's been a good day, but also a VERY frustrating day as well

makoshark · #37 05-20-2012, 03:02 PM

Also...

My TruTurn finally showed up Friday. Excited about that. My front wheels will be here monday, but still have to order front tires. Plan is this week, after I find my angle finder and finish up the rear suspension, is to halfa$$ sandblast my other subframe and install the ATS upper coilover brackets, slide it under the car and weld on the DSE subframe connector brackets. Then install the motor and trans to modify the crossmember. Once I can manage to get that done, I will send the measurements over to the driveshaft place to custom make an aluminum driveshaft for me. I'm going to mock up the entire car. I'm tired of cutting, welding and grinding right now. I want to turn wrenches for a while so I can get sick of doing that

Think I can get all that done by the end of next weekend?

makoshark · #38 05-30-2012, 04:43 PM

Pictures from installing the passenger mini tub. Tubs are now basically complete

Sonar Chief · #39 05-30-2012, 05:54 PM

Looks good

What cut measurement did the mini tubs come out to be? (2.75" and make a flange outa the last 1/4") that will be my next adventure after I get the cowl all welded up.
Turning wrenches is a nice break from welding, I'm working on my engine while waiting for parts.

makoshark · #40 05-30-2012, 06:12 PM

From the shock tower to the rear of the car, you have to actually cut at the 2.75" line and then from there forward, you fold over the last 1/4". When you get going on them and find you need some help, then I can shoot you my # to help you through them. DSE makes minitubbing as easy as it can be made, but it is not an easy task. Prior to these, quarters were the hardest I had tackled, but I now feel mini tubs are the hardest. It could be because of the internal brackets I made. Those definitely created complications