Since everyone else has a V8 build thread...
11-01-2012, 11:34 PM
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I could see an awesome solution for this that also incorporates oversize spherical rod ends. Eliminating the tie rod end altogether. Using the hybrid method and an aluminum spacer.
11-02-2012, 01:07 AM
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Tie rod ends are ~$30 each, whole tie rods are ~$80...get a few spherical joint rod ends (http://www.mcmaster.com/4483T461; these are even bigger than stock threads!) and some threaded rod(http://www.mcmaster.com/98942A119)/threaded receiver to hold it together and you'd be good to go forever...
4 rod ends and enough rod to make 2+ tie rods = ~$125...
11-02-2012, 12:28 PM
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To robstah
If that's what you were suggesting (what Duke has done), then I apologize. Your illustration appeared to show a fixed relationship between the red and blue lines. And thus reason for my comments.
Anyway... it appears that I was considerably short sighted in this discussion. My comments to you certainly didn't help things. So please accept my apology.
To Duke:
Is that a manual or power steering rack?
TonyG
If that's what you were suggesting (what Duke has done), then I apologize. Your illustration appeared to show a fixed relationship between the red and blue lines. And thus reason for my comments.
Anyway... it appears that I was considerably short sighted in this discussion. My comments to you certainly didn't help things. So please accept my apology.
To Duke:
Is that a manual or power steering rack?
TonyG
11-02-2012, 12:30 PM
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11-02-2012, 01:05 PM
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Bruce, Forgive me as I haven't read through the posts but, is 3" ride height(for the rack) at full suspension compression?
The cars that I built billet uprights for have the steering point as low as you can before the hardware is into the inner rim halve. That being said, the cars are running on 1200-1400lb springs with a 2"-3" max suspension travel.
The cars that I built billet uprights for have the steering point as low as you can before the hardware is into the inner rim halve. That being said, the cars are running on 1200-1400lb springs with a 2"-3" max suspension travel.
12-09-2012, 12:12 PM
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You drifted over to the 928 forum and glad you did. Great build you have going on here. Will be following your build to completion. Piranha Bros installing a LS376/525 (injected) motor along with a T-56 into my street/light track 80 928. Search "Just Peachy"on the 928 forums if interested in more. I'm down in Rockport, where are you in Texas ? 77tony
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12-09-2012, 12:58 PM
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You drifted over to the 928 forum and glad you did. Great build you have going on here. Will be following your build to completion. Piranha Bros installing a LS376/525 (injected) motor along with a T-56 into my street/light track 80 928. Search "Just Peachy"on the 928 forums if interested in more. I'm down in Rockport, where are you in Texas ? 77tony
12-10-2012, 03:19 PM
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Bruce, Forgive me as I haven't read through the posts but, is 3" ride height(for the rack) at full suspension compression?
The cars that I built billet uprights for have the steering point as low as you can before the hardware is into the inner rim halve. That being said, the cars are running on 1200-1400lb springs with a 2"-3" max suspension travel.
The cars that I built billet uprights for have the steering point as low as you can before the hardware is into the inner rim halve. That being said, the cars are running on 1200-1400lb springs with a 2"-3" max suspension travel.
You drifted over to the 928 forum and glad you did. Great build you have going on here. Will be following your build to completion. Piranha Bros installing a LS376/525 (injected) motor along with a T-56 into my street/light track 80 928. Search "Just Peachy"on the 928 forums if interested in more. I'm down in Rockport, where are you in Texas ? 77tony
That's a crazy set up! Full Corvette drive line with 6 speed. Very cool. I'd like to see some videos when it's done. I'm in Houston. My door is ALWAYS open to anyone who wants to stop by if you get the chance.
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12-10-2012, 03:38 PM
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UPDATE;
Nothing has changed much in the past 2 months. I have been working hard on getting the T bar delete stuff all sorted - The spring plate design has changed to fit almost all needs with a bulletproof type design. The other spring plates just weren't cutting it. I'm shipping out all new spring plates to everyone that has bought these in the coming months. (absolutely no cost)
Also between the Huge Shop move, Formula 1 race, thanksgiving and Tbar redesigns, I just haven't had any time for my car. That won't change until January. I plan to start trying to finish her up, full steam, around mid January. Nothing really until then.
Nothing has changed much in the past 2 months. I have been working hard on getting the T bar delete stuff all sorted - The spring plate design has changed to fit almost all needs with a bulletproof type design. The other spring plates just weren't cutting it. I'm shipping out all new spring plates to everyone that has bought these in the coming months. (absolutely no cost)
Also between the Huge Shop move, Formula 1 race, thanksgiving and Tbar redesigns, I just haven't had any time for my car. That won't change until January. I plan to start trying to finish her up, full steam, around mid January. Nothing really until then.
12-10-2012, 04:11 PM
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Email sent.
12-10-2012, 10:06 PM
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I'm about... over a month late to this one! It's right around there yes. Billet uprights? - You mean bump steer kit? If so I'd like to see this. Thx.
Well, it was a Chevy V8 post. That's a crazy set up! Full Corvette drive line with 6 speed. Very cool. I'd like to see some videos when it's done.
I'm in Houston. My door is ALWAYS open to anyone who wants to stop by if you get the chance.
Well, it was a Chevy V8 post.
That's a crazy set up! Full Corvette drive line with 6 speed. Very cool. I'd like to see some videos when it's done. I'm in Houston. My door is ALWAYS open to anyone who wants to stop by if you get the chance.
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12-11-2012, 01:43 PM
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The look and full aero style of these noses are fantastic.
Hopefully sometime in the future.