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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #165 on: January 25, 2011, 04:57:56 PM »
We hope so Richard!

Ok, a couple of thanks here!

To Skip Pipes, for the awesome intercooler/chiller and water pump! Pics posted previously. :-D

To Tony (Maguromic) for his wonderful avatar! :evil:

Oh yea,Tony,and for the great heated dry sump oil reservoir! :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #166 on: January 25, 2011, 05:51:52 PM »
Nice dry sump tank. From outward appearances it appears to do everything right. :-D :-D :-D

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #167 on: January 31, 2011, 07:41:07 PM »
Nothing glamorous today, but necessary, none the less! Here's what
Randy sent me:

Well here it is 10:30 Sunday night and I ran out of welding wire so
here is some pics of structure repair and rocker replacement also note
that the doors now fit lol. So tomorrow after a trip to the welding
store ill get the driver side finished welded in an move on to firewall
replacement which I am looking forward to.

Rust repair
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #168 on: January 31, 2011, 07:42:19 PM »
Drivers door before, and both doors after.
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #169 on: February 01, 2011, 08:17:09 PM »
Ok, so we'll end up with a 14.5" (13%) setback, and the firewall will be setbck 12"
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #170 on: February 02, 2011, 09:03:52 PM »
I like the engine placement- down low and back! :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #171 on: February 08, 2011, 07:52:07 AM »


When I logged onto the computer this morning, I got a pleasant surprise! I received this email, and pics, from Randy :

I was able to get in the garage tonight and made some good progress here are a few pics. I got the firewall tacked in good and was able to get a little more setback we're now at 16 1/2" that gives us about 1" between back of the block on pass side and the firewall which is plenty of room.  I also rolled some beads in the firewall hope you think they are ok.  I also was able to get the motor mounts set in and the trans crossmember started I should be able to get that finished tomorrow and then I will get the injector hole trimmed out and keep movin on


I can't wait to get home and work on this!
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #172 on: February 20, 2011, 01:16:55 PM »
Ok, tires have now all arrived! I don't know why this excited me so much, but it does!

Gary Hart's knee is bothering him, so he is not able to do the roll cage. He and John were kind enough to recommend Sam Woodard, who did much of Hooley's cage. I took the car to Sam on Friday, so we'll have a complete cage soon!

In the meantime, much of the work is boring rust repair and body work. The mock up engine placement is done, and the cowl has been cut to accommodate the bugcatcher.
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #173 on: February 20, 2011, 01:17:28 PM »
Back in Ohio, Dale and Chris have been busy finishing the head design. :cheers:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #174 on: February 20, 2011, 02:00:58 PM »
Quote from: 38flattie on February 20, 2011, 01:16:55 PM
In the meantime, much of the work is boring rust repair and body work. The mock up engine placement is done, and the cowl has been cut to accommodate the bugcatcher.
It's all a part of dealing with antiques, but when it's done, despite the bloodied knuckles and the shop floor covered with silica and steel dust, it's worth the effort.

I don't know how much rake you're putting on this beast (this is a beast, by the way  :-D ), but I'm thinking this might improve your ground clearance at the bellhousing. (?)

Very hip build - looking forward to future posts.

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #175 on: February 20, 2011, 02:13:25 PM »
What does the other side of the head look like??

CNC machining has really expanded what can be done these days and your two piece heads are a great example of something that could not be done until CNC became available to the general public. Those are going to be some nice parts!

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #176 on: February 20, 2011, 03:16:33 PM »
They are being sneaky and wont show the combustion chamber :-D I dare ya guys
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #177 on: February 20, 2011, 06:06:31 PM »
Chris, your 'beast' comment made me laugh out loud! I often refer to the Flatcad as 'The Beast.! Thanks for the kind words about the build !t's been a fun build, although a bit stressful, with all the changes we've made.
 
I should have measured the overall height, but I venture to guess it's around 54". Pretty short, and sits low, clearance wise! We have 3" of rake, with 25" tires front, 28" rear. This leaves us with 2" clearance at the bellhousing.
 
So, is 2" enough, or do we need more?
 
Rex, I sent you an email explaining that we won't be posting the chambers until after we have tried them. I will post pics this fall! I'm already working on the next version (OHV) of heads, so these will be history anyway.
 
Trent, you know I like a dare, but will have to pass on this one!

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You can't make a race horse out of a pig. But if you work hard enough at it you can make a mighty fast pig. - Bob Akin

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #178 on: February 20, 2011, 09:03:02 PM »
I would pass as well, gotta keep at least ONE ace up yer sleeve :-D

BTW, that car has awesome STANCE! reminds me of a Silver Supergas 37/8 that was around in the 80s.............which I think was spotted up here on teh 1/4 mile last summer, gotta dig out the mag................

Way to go guys, just doing small,non photogenic work on ours these last couple weeks.
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #179 on: February 21, 2011, 09:52:25 AM »
Buddy, 2" at the bellhousing? The oil pan is probably about the same distance from the ground. Be careful loading and unloading the car off and on the trailer and don't smash the oil pan like I did.
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