289 progress........

[1985 CCX]

Thanks SDR

New persective...........
Body back on and hopefully close to staying that way. Rear wheel opening cut for 4" flare extension in ally.

[KarlCSX2498]

Hey Jeff, your project car is looking very nice. what are your plans for paint?
later, karl

[1985 CCX]

I have planned for Red as CSX2375 is currently.
Fran has 2375 in a blood red, Audi color 2007 I think. I am partial to Rangoon Red, 1965 color, and that may ultimately the color.

Thought about Hertz gold as well, that is more the long shot??
Order of preferance:
1) Rangoon Red
2) 07 Audi red
3) Hertz Gold

[Steve Cassani]

How will you fasten the aluminum flare extention? Am I mistaken in thinking the rear quarter is fiberglass?

Great photos and a fine project!

[1985 CCX]

The flare and the body will use a bonding compound, 2 part, for the lamination. Rivets can lossen over time so they, I am told, are not the route to take.

I was given a this method by those who have done this before. The key is initial alignment as once set there is no getting them apart. Then of course some filler to smooth out the transition.

[1985 CCX]

Differential updates.....

Made custom brackets to ally the use of a Jaguar 4HU differential in a 289 transverse leaf type A-frame. We had made the brackets using a diffy jig set up from a Shelby differential. This means correct alignment.

Test/dry fit went well and it looks to work. The benefit is that you can use a Salisbury diff made by Jaguar in a 289 chassis = more affordable direction without sacrificing original type hardware!

Benefits:
1) Jaguar diffy with Thornton posi easy to find in good working order <$1000
2) Parts are plentiful for Jag diff
3) Saves about $3000 = Win Win

Trying to post pictures.

[1985 CCX]

Jag Diffy brackets for MKI and MKII Frame

[Riverside racer]

Looking good Jeff
Ross

[mickmate]

Unroll that piece of paper behind it and put it under them for the next photo. Sheesh how can I employ you as promotional photgrapher.

[LMH]

Ok, now I see how it's going to work! Nice job guys!
Larry

[MAStuart]

Hi Jeff,
Do you or Mick have a picture of the side brackets mounted or a picture of them held up close to where they go? The bolt for the lower mount, is that a through bolt? Or does it take a bolt from each end? If it is a bolt from each end, is there threads in the end of the bushings or what? How does it work? Thanks Mark

[1985 CCX]

Yes, I will try to dog up for you and post....

[mickmate]

Hey Mark, I was trying to get it all pretty before a picture but here you go

As you've figured out already there isn't enough room for a through bolt. I use a 5/8 fine thread coupling nut in the centre with a hole drilled in it to reach in and stop it turning. Then it gets a shorty bolt each side.

[gdorn]

Originally Posted by mickmate

Hey Mark, I was trying to get it all pretty before a picture but here you go

As you've figured out already there isn't enough room for a through bolt. I use a 5/8 fine thread coupling nut in the centre with a hole drilled in it to reach in and stop it turning. Then it gets a shorty bolt each side.

Are these bits you are purchasing, or making yourself? cost?

[MAStuart]

Thanks for the pictures. I really didn't give it a thought about the through bolt. After I read the previous post, I had to get my plans out. Now it is obvious that you can't put a 6 3/4" bolt in, there is not enough room to insert it. Jeff, if you get a chance before you install the rear end, click a few pictures of the center section with the brackets installed. Thanks Mark

[1985 CCX]

Comp windscreen installed

Base installation first:

Lexan self installation and fitment second:

Test drive by son third; also priceless:

[LMH]

Thats very cute! Nice job Jeff.
Larry

[*13*]

Windscreen is awesome!

[mickmate]

I make or have available all parts for 427's and most of the 289. I make a lot of Contemporary (out of business) and other hard to find parts for original and high end replicas with attention to detail and originality. With the axle adapter plates as pictured $400.

[legenmetals]

Looks to be a fun project-good job.