Road Runner Nest

Next is to install the front flex lines. I bought the kit from fine lines. The rear one is already installed. Now for the front ones. Oct 10th (1).jpg Oct 10th (2).jpg Now the really big job - getting the 4 speed ready to install. First - mount the shifter adaptor. Oct 14th (1).jpg Oct 14th (2).jpg ...

Next is to clean-up the rotors and get them mounted. Then install the calipers and pads.

In the meantime I got to work to get the front brakes on the car.
First is to cleanup and paint the calipers.
I sprayed them with some VHT caliper paint.

Many Thanks Gary.... :D Not alot done after the engine and K-member install. I did install the torsion bars and today I did install the Z-bar for the clutch. I bought this kit some time ago. Sept 24th, 2023 (1).jpg Sept 24th, 2023 (2).jpg But then remembered that I had this kit too. Sept 24th, 2023 ...

Then came the realization that the back end of the car will have to go up as the header collector was touching the underside of the floor pan. Sept 18th, 2023 (31).jpg So now that the body was more level it was time to install the k-member bolts. Sept 18th, 2023 (32).jpg And she finally has an engin...

So tonight with the help of my assistant (Many Thanks Hugh) One big hurdle was cleared. It started off by installing the lifting bar on the front of the car. Sept 18th, 2023 (7).jpg Next, getting the hoist in place. Sept 18th, 2023 (9).jpg Next step is lifting the body. Sept 18th, 2023 (14).jpg Then...

After getting all of the required fasteners for the bellhousing I was able to finally install it for good. Sept 18th, 2023 (3).jpg Sept 18th, 2023 (4).jpg I had to install studs to where the 4 speed is mounted to the bellhousing as the threads were buggered up in the aluminum bellhousing, so I had t...

Next step is to get the clutch disk and pressure plate installed. August 26th (11).jpg Next, its time to attach the Dougs headers. First install the Rem Flex header gaskets. August 26th (12).jpg Then, put on the bling. August 26th (13).jpg August 26th (14).jpg Stupid me didn't realize that the passe...

Thanks Gary - yes it's getting closer to being ready to lift the car and slide the engine in. Yesterday, I had the flywheel mounted to the back of the crank. August 26th (1).jpg August 26th (2).jpg I also put the break-in oil in and primed it. August 26th (3).jpg Then I got the new clutch out and re...

While waiting for ARP fasteners to come in, I ordered parts to make a torque strap. Aug 4th.jpg I ordered one of the heim ends with the wrong direction of threads, so I'm waiting got the proper one to come in. Here's the fit-check. Aug 4th (3).jpg Then getting the K-member prepared. Aug 4th (4).jpg ...

Took another big step today. With the help of my neighbor who has a truck, we were able to get the engine loaded onto the back of it.... July 23rd (1).jpg To take it.... July 23rd (2).jpg To the other garage where the car is. July 23rd (3).jpg July 23rd (5).jpg At least now it's in the same building...

Back to doing more work.
Dug out the front bumper. Time to get some primer on the underside of it. And 2 coats of white paint to protect it.

Well guys, I've waited a long time for this. I was finally able to install the complete dash assembly into the car. July 8th (10).jpg July 8th (11).jpg July 8th (12).jpg And got the bulkhead connectors attached. July 8th (13).jpg July 8th (14).jpg It's been a big hurdle for me. Not I can celebrate w...

Along with the dash pad which was done by ABC Moparts I also got a complete set of ducting for an A/C setup. I also got a speaker grille and under dash fasten seat belt / map light panel. Today I finally got the chance to try it on the frame. It fits great! July 6th (15).jpg July 6th (13).jpg A litt...

I was finally able to score the most sought after part for this project...........the coveted dash pad.. :shock: I'd been searching for a replacement pad for about 2 years now as the one that came in the car was had the typical cracks on it. July 3rd (12).jpg July 3rd (13).jpg A little backstory on ...