That other guy named Ed and DVs CRII build - Page 15

Kawika · #1 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 06:55 PM

Hey Capt that is the same trouble with mine two right side mounts, I made up one for the left. The part that you are trying to get, I have found it to be called a " flywheel cover " BUT I can't find one that will fit a ford only GM. I am in need of the same part .if I find it Ill let you know where. if you find it let me know where. we are very close to the same place on our cars, This site and your thread and of course good old DV. have really helped to get this far thanks again. Dave

Smike740 · #2 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 07:39 PM

Hey DV double check the mounts. I put my kit together in 2003, at that time you used 2 of the same side engine mounts. For whatever reason Don made the weldments to use the same mount on both sides. If you have a right/ left set it should be no problem you just need to move the mount locating stud (not the stud with the nut) so it fits into the CR II supplier weldment. I don't remember if my mounts were from prothane or energy suspension but in either case the hole was already there to move the stud to. Hope this makes sence.

Thanks,

Mike

Double Venom · #3 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 04:57 AM

double post

Double Venom · #4 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 05:22 AM

Mike, yes Don did try to simple up the problem when one Ford mount became unavailable, but using Energy Suspension mounts they give you the correct left and right mounts which will not fit Dons frame mounts. You can simply re-drill the frame mount but you have to be carefull on some of these. When that is done and you bolt everything up the actual motor mount is more than half NOT supported. A lttle nights sleep with this old gray cell finally came up with the easiest solution for my problem, cut the gusset out, cut the top angeled mounting plate off from the bottom, turn the top plate over, drill a new hole for the alignment button on the engine mount, re-aling everything back up and re-weld the gussett back in place. Powder coat and bolt in. Just another little glitch to deal with!

Now the only thing that may be a problem is the MARCH alternator bracket.; May have to exchange for a shorter one? We'll see.

Hopefuly this will cheer cpt eddie up a little......

IN front: Gas Fliter, next oil filter, next Cpteddies custom powder coated candy apple red over flow bottle- All hose/fittings to be put in today. (These are all mounted to the custom front bracket I make to fit behind the fan-in front of the motor.)
DV

capteddie · #5 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 07:03 AM

Looking good DV!!!!

I must say it is a little depressing with all these issues we keep having with this build. But if I step back and remind myself we are pretty much building a car from scratch and we don't have the ability to confront Don about all these issues, its not that bad.

I'm going to be ordering some of these to dress up the -6 lines going to that sweet remote bracket you made and also some for the heater hoses.

abram99768 · #6 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 09:53 AM

Hi cpteddie,
where can you get those cool hose brackets.
can you post the link to it
Thank you.
I have been following your build with DV and its been extremely resoursfull for my own build so thank you.

I'm going to be ordering some of these to dress up the -6 lines going to that sweet remote bracket you made and also some for the heater hoses.

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capteddie · #7 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by abram99768

Hi cpteddie,
where can you get those cool hose brackets.
can you post the link to it
Thank you.
I have been following your build with DV and its been extremely resoursfull for my own build so thank you.

Here you go...
http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...=115+%2D106699
Nice to hear that people are getting some benefit out of DV and my adventure

Double Venom · #8 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 08:16 AM

cpteddie,
In all seriousness the glitches that are popping up by using, non-existant parts or custom upgraded parts are quite normal. Some times a pain, sometimes a pain and a lot more time but nothing a "gray cell" can't get around sooner or later! Remember the Willy's? He has some of those dual brackets on his steel lines, they do the job and they do look nice.
DV

capteddie · #9 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Double Venom

cpteddie,
In all seriousness the glitches that are popping up by using, non-existant parts or custom upgraded parts are quite normal. Some times a pain, sometimes a pain and a lot more time but nothing a "gray cell" can't get around sooner or later! Remember the Willy's? He has some of those dual brackets on his steel lines, they do the job and they do look nice.
DV

I know DV and your right, crap happens...

Thats why I said I have to take a step back and breath deeply every now and then. I know that when this does get finished it going to be one hell of a car

I'm going to hold off buy a bunch of those hose brackets till I come over on the 17th. that way I can get an idea how many we might need. ( they come in sets of 2 and are a little pricy

)

capteddie · #10 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 02:29 PM

DV,

Is this what we where talking about?

http://www.lokar.com/product-descrip...ch-kd-kits.htm

Happy Cutting!!!!

Double Venom · #11 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 05:50 PM

Cpt Eddie,
That's it: Ford C-6 KD-20C6HT
This "thing" looks like a TOY!
Let you know as soon as I get the motor pulled back out!
DV

capteddie · #12 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Double Venom

This "thing" looks like a TOY!
DV

Should we have gotten the other one? I thought thats what you were talking about. Thats why I got you on the phone with Mark.

Double Venom · #13 (**permalink**) 08-07-2008, 09:01 PM

LOL,
When Mark gave me the measurements of this thing I almost laughed. He insisted if I used it I would love its compact shape. It truly is half the size of my original one and is supposed to do more. I told him I was trying it tomorrow and if it didn't work as profiled he was getting it back. He said, "sure" but he had no doubt that I would like it. We'll see. I've bought stuff before from them and thay always seemd to be a straight shooter. What the heck, the more you spend the bigger his commission so why not try it?
DV

Double Venom · #14 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 11:28 AM

NEXT:
Notching the frame so a C-6 KICK DOWN LEVER will work and A SHIFT INDICATOR LIGHT whose little computer sits on the right side of the C-6 hitting the right frame rail will fit..
Stay tuned,
DV

capteddie · #15 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 12:03 PM

DV,

Getting ready to place an order with Summit for the kick down kit and a couple of the hose brackets. Anything else you need?

Double Venom · #16 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 01:18 PM

YES!
Just called Patti at one of my old sponsors, "Made 4 You" products. I wanted a half dozen of 7/16's or 1/2 " double T-clamps in gray and asked her if they had such a thing, she said certainly. I told her you would be calling, gave her my address etc. Their phone # 760-868-6962 in case you don't have it. (Some simple changes while I've got the motor/tranny pulled.) Putting in the battery cables down the right side frame rail, using the new brackets to hold it all in place- much neater! If you want for me to use these she can still get them out today.
DV

PS.. I'll get the dust shield ordered, easy on easy off in case you ever want to get it powder coated.

capteddie · #17 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008, 01:44 PM

7/16 are not in stock. Patti did have 1/2 clamps on the shelf, so they are on there way to you. You should have them tomorrow.

Got you a couple extra, just in case you misplace 1 or 2

Double Venom · #18 (**permalink**) 08-09-2008, 06:51 AM

Ya, I gave Patty the wrong measurements, gave you the right ones! All better now. No Sat. delivery here but should have them for Mondays work! Can you believe we're getting down to battery cables!?
DV

capteddie · #19 (**permalink**) 08-09-2008, 08:02 AM

Progress DV, progress....

Hopefully its all downhill from here. Now if the roll bar situation would just come to a close, I think we'd see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Let me know if you need anything else. I got a few odds and ends coming from Summit and I have a box of trim pieces sitting here from Finishline.

Double Venom · #20 (**permalink**) 08-09-2008, 10:24 AM

Sat: Frame is halfway back to being boxed in-motor went in one more time, (and back out- see I told you I use that lift a lot!

) everything now fits and lines up. I did a liltle trick to the kickdown lever so it wouldn't use as much room. everything looks good. Hope to drop the motor in yet today. Motor mount and final asembly of the installation tomorrow, Dash is totally assembeled including the glove box.
DV