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For the fi rst time, you can now see what
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your Rod is going to look like, bearing in
your Rod is going to look like, bearing in
mind that it will settle 2 to 3 inches in front
with the weight of the soon-coming motor.
Now is also a good time to go ahead and fab
your fl oor panels in. With the straps every
16,” you don’t have to get real crazy with
the thickness of the fl oor Metal. 18 gauge is
plenty and will be easier to work with.
We will stop here with the story in order
to add more pictures than usual. I feel like
seeing the body cut down and installed will
make more sense.
make more sense.
Also, you can order my Hot
Rodding on a Budget video through
RingRods.com and click on products.
This will show a lot of details on all
that we’re talking about and clear
up some other ideas not mentioned.
Next issue we will begin to get into
the plumbing of the rod, starting with
motor and trans install, and drive shaft
cutting and mounting tips. For any
questions contact me at:
TOMMY RING
RINGRODS.COM
RINGRODS@GMAIL.COM
RINGRODSFACEBOOK
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