Pack 5, Stage 18Box 5 Stage 18Right away I found out that the headers would require some patience and serious finger gymnastics. After several attempts and several fails I figured that I needed one less thing for my fingers to do. I decided to tap the header pipe with the AP screw. It worked, one less thing to try and do. Carefully thread each header pipe using the AP screw as a tap.
I mounted the header pipes leaving the pipe just a little loose until all four pipes were mounted on the header flange. All the pipes have to end up flush so as to accept the header connection (collector) 18e. I installed the collector then finished tightening the screws. Push the collector on carefully.
Mount the header pipes as directed with the mounting pin on the back of the flange forward . I left part 18f just loose enough that I could move it later when screwing it to the bottom of the car. I leaned the engine onto the mounting straps to install the headers.
Now I get to learn how to do this in the opposite direction. Same thing, other side. At least I've got an idea of how to handle it this time.
This set of headers was harder to install. Had to set the engine in my lap because the other side had a set of headers already installed. Lost screws, the plug wires going under the supercharger came off, and almost couldn't find the alternator wire after it came off. It’s all back together, no harm no foul. I sure appreciate all the extra screws.
Stage 19.6,7,8&9Mounting the engine to the front clip.
I set the engine on the front clip as directed. Had to do it twice before getting the four mounts lined up correctly. Tight fit. Be easy and go slow so as not to scratch the powder coat. The camber and toe on the wheels is starting to correct its self with the extra weight. BONUS. The transmission is screwed on from underneath. Get a soft cloth to set the engine on upside down to protect chromed parts. The engine is getting pretty heavy. Install the transmission screw.
Everything is looking great. I’m really happy with this build so far. On to the steering box.
Stage 20.1,2,3,4,5,6&7 I put the bevel gear 20d on the steering column, the pinion gear 20c into the steering box half as directed and found that it was binding. This assembly won’t have to move a lot, but, it was stuck. I took a fingernail file and filed the flats of the two gears just enough to get them to mesh better. Screwed the box together and had to repeat the process. Put the steering box back together and the motion was acceptable. The steering wheel will only turn about half or a little more due to the length of the idler arm.
There are two recessed holes and a relief on the frame to put the steering box into. Hold the steering box and flip the assembly over. You might want to use that cloth again. Screw the box to the frame. Flip the assembly over and put the wheels all the way to the right. You will see the attachment point on the end of the tie rod. Secure the idler arm to the tie rod. Flip the assembly over again to attach the other end of the idler arm to the steering box. I had to gently collapse the steering parts toward the engine to get the idler arm to mount to the steering box. All done.
Box 5 is completed. Starting to look familiar as a car. I’m anxious to start Box 6. The front platform (floor pan), engine housing, and the battery are up next.
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