37 Ford build--IE: old Header issues thread /37 Ford/5.0/GT40P heads

[bluestang67]

You asking for hip size LMAO JUST KIDDING , the rear end is 59 1/4 wm to wm .

Here are some close shots of pedal assys . Sorry I got these by phone and can't re size them I tried it and lost 2 LOL had to have him resend them to me.

Randy your pedal assembly is a lot better comparing the 2 now . They cut a big chunk away to fit these in , Maybe I can use them and start over and make a set like you have weld new bungs on and all . Like the spacing yours have as compared to these .

[bluestang67]

It's looking good, Bobby!!! I'm jealous!

What's the width of your rear end? width of the rims? Mine has a 58 Ford rear which is 57.25 between the wheel mounting surfaces. I currently have 17x8 rims, 3.75" back spacing with 255/55/17 tires. I could still space them out at least 3/4 inch and still not rub the fenders. Not sure that I'll keep those wheels but may that'll help some.

Rich, your car looks so sweet in that pic!!! Love it!

If I had that rear end I could use the smoothies with the 3.75 back spacing . would be perfect fit . I think the rims are 7 or 8 inch I forgot it's been a while . the tire at its widest point is 11 inches . Yeah he said body should be back on this week so I told him to hold off and try them for shits and giggles .

[randyr]

Bobby, if that brake pedal was bent differently from th pivot point, they wouldn't have had to notch the frame like that. Here's a pic of what I'm talking about....

[randyr]

I think I posted these before but these are pics of the brake/clutch pedal kit from Pete & Jakes. These are they pics they sent me to show how they mocked it up. If you can fit your engine in there without cutting the firewall, these might work for you. Since I used the big block firewall, these wouldn't work for me. I needed the pedals to straddle the x-member to give room for a gas pedal beside the brake pedal. I bought their pedals without their bracket and modified them to fit the bracket I already had.

[bluestang67]

Yeah i was looking hard but your extension is still further out then mine . Well once I get it back you and I have to put our heads together ( Mike ) and see what I do have and your thoughts on a better system .

[bluestang67]

Yeah I like those but like you say don't know what the firewall will be yet . He will be custom making it all fit in .

I kinda remember them but a great review class. I too will have to place the gas pedal in to the right of them .

[34_40]

Oh, Mike?, Mike?, Mike!, what are we going to do with you??!!

As for your bodywork skills.....it's hard to weld on a plastic car....

Do with me? WHAT??? I just couldn't resist! As far as welding, now I know what "they" say when anyone tells me it ain't as easy as everyone thinks! I think the metal work is far easier than the "plastic".... I'm finding myself doing the same area 3 and 4 times trying to get it "just right"...

[bluestang67]

Rich I was wondering if you are running the original column ? Looking for some ideas for the connection at the firewall and If I need to shorten the 37 column any . If I have to shorten it I think I will bring it all under the dash like a front wheel drive , this way I can exit just about anywhere I need with the universal under dash also .

Well here is the latest update pic from builder almost on 4 wheels , he thinks my rollers are in a stack buried outside in the snow .

Sorry about size again off his cell phone and they won't let me edit .

[406Rich]

Bobby I`m running GM tilt, exits at the original spot to a vega box, I need to change mine too a 525 box, ( at least that is what I`ve been told due to the weight), the car only weighs in at 2590 lbs. What do you guys think...

[randyr]

Rich I was wondering if you are running the original column ? Looking for some ideas for the connection at the firewall and If I need to shorten the 37 column any . If I have to shorten it I think I will bring it all under the dash like a front wheel drive , this way I can exit just about anywhere I need with the universal under dash also .

Well here is the latest update pic from builder almost on 4 wheels , he thinks my rollers are in a stack buried outside in the snow .

Sorry about size again off his cell phone and they won't let me edit .

Bobby, it's looking great!! It's exciting to get it on all fours. Have you made any decisions about how you're going to modify the center section for the 5 speed, etc?

[bluestang67]

Bobby, it's looking great!! It's exciting to get it on all fours. Have you made any decisions about how you're going to modify the center section for the 5 speed, etc?

Randy I have some one building this for me , he will be final Judge for that I know he is putting it in in 1/2 inch plate .. He is a master sheet metal guy though and am sure it will look great .

I will get it back in roller form and finished sheet metal in self etching primer . I will complete the car once its back .

[bluestang67]

Bobby I`m running GM tilt, exits at the original spot to a vega box, I need to change mine too a 525 box, ( at least that is what I`ve been told due to the weight), the car only weighs in at 2590 lbs. What do you guys think...

Thanks Rich for the info . I want interior to be all stock including gauges .

[randyr]

Randy I have some one building this for me , he will be final Judge for that . He is a master sheet metal guy though and am sure it will look great .

I will get it back in roller form and finished sheet metal in self etching primer . I will complete the car once its back .

Cool. I'm curious to see what he does with it. Always fun to see everyone's ideas and handiwork. I like the big rims on the back. Hope they work with your fenders.

[bluestang67]

Cool. I'm curious to see what he does with it. Always fun to see everyone's ideas and handiwork. I like the big rims on the back. Hope they work with your fenders.

Sure it will mold right in he does his work like that .


I like the deep dish look , I hope they clear also these are the 3.750 off set . If this rear was 3/4 shorter on each side I think it would be perfect .

He will be putting the body on soon and we will get to see the fit then .

[406Rich]

Bobby quick photo of column, not really good photos, notice my Grey carpet has gone green over the years, boy thats really fugly.....it really shows in the pics, don`t notice that bad in the sunlight...