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    This is what I'm thinking for the adjustable rear cross member. There is a tab in the middle of the plate that centers the spring but allows it to move up and down as needed. Then on each side are the series of adjustment holes to set the height. There will be a 1/2" treaded bung welded to the top of the cross member where I can screw in a bolt. This will be accessed threw a little removable panel in the floor, so if I need to make an adjustment I can just remove the panel screw the bolt down that will unload the weight on the cross member so I can change the pin location without jacking the car up.
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    I like the design. Cool to be able to adjust it up and down through an access panel. I'm far from an engineer, but looks sound.
    " "No matter where you go, there you are!" Steve.

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    Jerry- I know this must look pretty flimsy, but it really isn't. I'm going to make it out of 3/16 cold rolled steel. You are right the bolts will be 3/8" shoulder bolts. The car will weigh in between 2600 and 2800 pounds with a weight distribution of about 60% on the front end with the 5 degree rake. The bolts are rated at 10,280 pounds of sheer strength each, so I don't think there will be a problem. The tabs in the center are to keep everything located properly when I take the bolts out for an adjustment. Thank you for evaluating it though it's real easy to make a mistake, and I could still be wrong.


    Steve & EVOLVO- Thanks, hopefully it will all work as planned.
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    Here are a couple shots of it on the floor for a trial look.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Evolvo View Post
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    Looks like a well thought out design to me. That's a beautiful drawing, I especially like the reflection. Do you do these renderings?
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    I draw them with crayons on paper towels, then a guy at work makes them correct.
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    It has a nice stance to it. I like the fenderless look too. Just gives it a mean raw look!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ken Thurm View Post
    I draw them with crayons on paper towels, then a guy at work makes them correct.
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    I wish I had a "guy at work" that would do that for me

    The body looks nice. If it were me, I would take some of the swoop out of the front of the frame.

    ...but I am sure you will pull it off .....and it will look amazing.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Flipper_1938 View Post
    I wish I had a "guy at work" that would do that for me

    The body looks nice. If it were me, I would take some of the swoop out of the front of the frame.

    ...but I am sure you will pull it off .....and it will look amazing.


    I think "the swoop" might appear excessive, but it's not. Ken's sedan will be sitting very low and the frame tapers up from the firewall to the front spring before it "swoops back down. IMO

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    I like it. This car is kind of a departure for you, normally your cars are hi tech in lots of ways, but this one is very traditional appearing, even though it still has lots of neat modern touches. The wire wheels and Buick drums fit this one to a T, Ken.

    Going to be a very nice addition to the stable.

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    Steve - Thanks, your truck is coming a long nicely also if you would stay home and work on it more

    Flipper 1938- Thanks but I agree, I really don't like the big arch in the frame rails either, but it really serves a purpose of getting the car low and still have the proper travel. I'm going to try and hide as much as possible with the shock mounts and headlights. If you have a project you need a drawing for pm me I will be happy to get it drawn for you.

    John- You are right, I think a lot of that will not be a noticeable when everything is in it's place.

    Don- Thank you, I must be getting old, It's really growing on me.

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    Too true Ken! Well at least I have sunday to start the wiring!
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