August 11-12 Headers and more Steering Column
Dale and Mitchell worked on the header installation. They are also putting everything back in place for the engine to be installed. We are having trouble with the steering column, but it is ready now! There were a few parts missing to correctly install the steering wheel and to make the horn functional.
August 3-5 Parts and Work
Here is one of the latest orders from Summit Racing. Check out those headers! There is a little surface rust on the inside of the header tube. It came from Summit that way and should be no problem. That will burn off when the headers are in use.
We got the rear windshield firmly installed. Now, we have to wait 5 days before we test for leaks. Then, we can put the trim on! They also primed and painted the engine and motor mounts. It’s gonna look awesome when its all done! and wait ’til you hear it running! We are set to reassemble and put the motor back in the engine compartment. Finally, there are some photos of the dash work. They are putting in the steering column, heater box, and other dash components for shipment.
Assembly
Here are some additional assembly photos. The rock deflector was installed and will work fine. They also hooked up the windshield washer unit so it works. All we need is the “Fill Bag” installed and she will be ready. The gas tank float has been repaired along with the “O” ring gasket, so the gas gauge should work properly now. There are some photos of the disassembly of the steering box gears and it will be conmpletely re-built and all bearings replaced and gears checked. We have removed the “GT” emblem for replacement of the “GT” striping to be done by Patrick.
June 22-July 02 Drivetrain Installation
The guys are getting down to the nitty gritty stuff. They worked on the rear end, gear box, and steering column.
The transmission also came in and will be installed soon. Here are the shipping photos.
They also started installing the new trunk divider. Some welding had to be done and the divider still needs to be carefully cut for a good fit before its installed.
