[NateB]

So problem one, gearbox cross member….. taking it out just as hard as putting it in. It lifts the entire chassis when I push up on it with Jack, so, I used my car lift to hold it down and boom!

Next problem is dust cover under starter and covering back of torque converter, I was sent the wrong one….. so I will wait for new one.

 

[Z.G]

FYI a chassis spreader is the best way to get the cross-member in & out
We have one similar to this

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[Angus]

I use a scissor jack and a length of 4x4 to spread mine. Drops right out.

 

[soonermatt]

I’ll be curious to see what you use to cover those front shock towers. Still haven’t figured out what to use as the old covers are too shallow.


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[NateB]

I didn’t know they were a different height then the traditional cones

 

[Z.G]

I didn’t know they were a different height then the traditional cones

Some are, some aren't. Yours are the same height. They also make shorter and taller ones

 

[NateB]

After a string of bad luck, we are making some progress again.
Had a bad transmission, torque converter wouldn’t turn when mounted up. Kolby at turn key sent me a new one right away. This one works great.
transmission installed!

 

[volleymdut]

Looking good! Was Kolby your supplier for the adapter and engine mounts too? He's a good guy, usually very responsive to questions.

 

[NateB]

Kolby did provide engine mounts and adapter too. He was out for a while and I had some issues while he was out, when he returned he took care of it. He did awesome!

 

[NateB]

LT230 fixed and will be mounted tomorrow!

 

[NateB]

Well, another learning lesson!
When mounting the transfer case, the housing on the transmission (not sure what exactly it is called ) that tapers the end from 2 wheel drive to four wheel drive doesn’t fit stock , it will hit the corner of transfer case when mounted. So, after a little guidance from one ten (thank you Sam!) I cut the corner off and it fits!!

 

[NateB]

Ok, another lesson, as I was attempting to mount the transfer case mounts to chassis, things weren’t lining up. Come to find out the housing unit that mounts after the transmission k between the adapter is more than .25 longer than it is supposed to be. Bought the right part and now we will see if it fits.

 

[NateB]

 

[NateB]

After some modifications to the chassis, stripping all the paint off the tank, installed new 26.5 gallon fuel tank. I think it looks sharp.

 

[sgo70]

Looks great, I have a big tank on mine and I've been wondering what to do for a rear sway bar since it hangs down below the mounts. Have you thought about that yet?

Still love that frame lol.

Sean

 

[NateB]

Well I haven’t tried to mount it up yet, I was told the stock sway bar would fit with this tank, I guess I will try to mount it and see what happens. Standby…

 

[NateB]

After mounting up transfer case, still off about 1/2 inch. In addition to that, my left exhaust manifold is too close to frame. A suggestion was made to me to raise motor mounts up about 1/2 inch above frame rail, which is almost an inch from where I am at…. So….. motor, transmission and transfer case back out…. Cut off stock mounts, welded in new mounts about 1/2 above rail and everything fits. Transfer case now mounted up and exhaust manifold fits. 1 step forward after 6 steps back. Now I can move on to something else

 

[NateB]

Had some fun with pictures while waiting on pieces..

 

[NateB]

I’ve been working on the fuel system.
Ordered a d2 fuel pump module assembly.

Pulled the stock pump, Installed the walbro pump f20000141bx .
Making the modifications to fit the pump was a little tricky. I used a small dremel to make the whole larger on top.

I ordered some replacement high pressure submersible fuel line for inside the tank. Is everyone using 100 or 300 psi rated lines inside the tank?

I also ordered my fuel line from my filter to the tank. I used RaceFlux Lightweight Viton Racing Hose from RaceFlux Custom Made Hose Assembly, -6AN

 

[roadworn]

NIce project you have going here. Just found your thread and picked up some great ideas. Following along. Dont forget to put a heat shield on your motor mounts or they could meeelt.Where is the tank from?