632ci engine installation in 78 camaro

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Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:58 PM
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They usually rub on the outside, but as you noticed the later 2nd gens can also rub on the seat belt bump, so massaging it in will help there. Your 4 link will most likely come with adjustable coilover shocks, or if they can be ordered with them you should do so. They can be adjusted to set ride height, and also firmness, which will help with rubbing.
 
Old Mar 21, 2014 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 1971BB427
They usually rub on the outside, but as you noticed the later 2nd gens can also rub on the seat belt bump, so massaging it in will help there. Your 4 link will most likely come with adjustable coilover shocks, or if they can be ordered with them you should do so. They can be adjusted to set ride height, and also firmness, which will help with rubbing.
Hi, Yes. The coil overs I bought from Ridetech are adjustable both for soft and hard as well I can set the ride height as you said.
 
Old Mar 21, 2014 | 03:26 PM
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Hello, Some pictures. Picture quality is not so good but I can show the 295 tyres how it fits inside the rear fenders. A good note, the seat belt hump needs to be worked out (or totally removed). By doing this, the tyre will be moved towards the inner fender by at least 3/4 to 1". This should clear the outer lip by again 1 inch. Thanks all of you who gave me good tips about the tyre selection and BS.

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Some more good news, On monday, I am taking all the removable panels for soda blasting......In the mean time continuing on the frame I am building to mount the body on to.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2014 | 09:19 PM
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Yes they usually rub on the seat belt hump and the fender lip. The fronts can rub on the top of the fender arch and the lower control arm on sharp turns. My lowers have a bolt that can be adjusted as a positive stop to avoid rubbing. Aftermarket arms as a rule are more forgiving on rubbing. If you get outer rubbing the a slight increase in camber angle can help.
 
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Originally Posted by 77nomad
Yes they usually rub on the seat belt hump and the fender lip. The fronts can rub on the top of the fender arch and the lower control arm on sharp turns. My lowers have a bolt that can be adjusted as a positive stop to avoid rubbing. Aftermarket arms as a rule are more forgiving on rubbing. If you get outer rubbing the a slight increase in camber angle can help.
Yes, the seatbelt bump will be completely removed for extra clearance.

Talking about the front tyres, what is the max tyre width which can be fitted in the front? My A-arms are not stock any more. They are from ridetech wich cater the coil overs. Mind you, they are not installed yet.
 
Old Mar 28, 2014 | 03:09 PM
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Hi guys. My stock rear end has this code stamped:- 2PJ G 8 072 4.
Does any one know what it means?
 
Old Mar 28, 2014 | 03:49 PM
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I couldnt find anything to decode it on Nasty.
 
Old Mar 28, 2014 | 04:05 PM
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As I can understand
1) 2PJ = the axle code,
2) G = the manufacturer (chevy)
3) 8 = do not know?
4) 072 = the day built
5) 4 = shift.

Does any one know if the axle tubes of the 10 bolt chevy (like I have) are the same as the ford 9 inch?
 



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