So...I got "IT" handed to me on this project. While admiring my work when I boxed the frame I noticed the passenger side right where my new X member was placed...well it was kinda crooked. So the truck had been hit at some point. I had to remove the engine mounts and x member. I got her fixed and then I just ran out of motivation and parked it for a while.
So now it's been back in the barn for a while and been pecking at it now and then. Ive had the engine dangling for about 3 weeks now so I gotta get something done.
Decided to make the engine mounts removable.
This allowed me to get more clearance for the TC.
I was also able to move the I/C toward the rear to get it in behind the grill. Which moved the radiator as well. Which means the engine had to move back as well. Which means the engine will be moving back into the cab. Which...god only knows what's next.
Bottom I/C supports.
Mods needed for radiator. Been working on a plan with the guys at Ron Davis. Waiting for CAD and my approval. Will be a dual pass with inlet and outlet on the passenger side and all brackets for shroud and core support attachment points. The driver side will have to be tapered left to right and front to back to clear the steering box....Sheeesh!
Til next time and hopefully it wont take so long for an update.