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Need pics to judge epicness of moat. Invest in a sump pump if it is going to cause concern. Few houses round here are close to below sea level and tend to have ponds form over the lawns after any minor rain

I take it this area was originally lead wiped? Have you considered fibreglass filler or metal impregnated filler (i.e. newtech), it would be less likely to crack compared to a sealer or regular bog

I remember when this happened. I lost count of the number of injector pumps I attended to in one summer. Toyota ones weren't so bad and you could do them while still in the truck (only a few seals). A few nissans needed the pump pulled and sent away for a rebuild.

That's a decent price for a stroker kit, as long as it is not a 'pro comp' brand, stay away from that and the seller on TM which goes by the name 'v8parts', its all rubbish. How come the 308 is sporting only a 2bbrl intake? Buy this http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/holden/engines/auction-452053032.htm I have a 600 4 barrel holley here that needs rebuilt you can have for free and can sell ya a rebuilt bosch electronic dizzy if ya want it.

I take it you are wanting to shift the position of the steering knuckle as well? Is there not enough meat on the arm to mill a flat section and drill a hole. Otherwise I see no reason why you cant do he welding on a track car, getting them crack tested would be a good bet too. What where you intending to weld them with? Mig/tig/arc/gas?

Hmm, that is something I had not considered. May have to rock round with the tape measure one day and see if it's a goer.

So here's how it resides at the moment And here's how bad it is, both sills are gone So are the rear guards, I'll also delete the seem that joins the panels when I fix this (oh as well as lip the guards and tub it out a bit more) From what I gather this is a typical place for these things to rust, plus it is compounded by a disgustingly bad repair Drivers door skin is also rusty and covered in bog, I'll remake this from scratch. You can see how tiny the engine bay is, only measures 35 cm at the narrowest part of the tunnel. I may also have to recess the radiator into the support panel so the block doesnt sit too far back. At least in my mind I can redo the suspension mounts for a double A arm with coilovers unless I can get an easier way out (i.e. a Viva has been suggested)

Considered it, would be a bitch to graft one in, mainly due to such a narrow track (1.25 m) will post some more pics shortly to show what I am dealing with.

Since I'm really needing the shell, anyone want to dibs any of the parts (that haven't already been sold)? And I need some thoughts on rims? Thinking 8.5x15 minilites or is that too easy?

I knew this would come up. I would save myself alot of hassle if I just swapped it in for a 4age or something. But the holden 6 is one of the few things I'm sticking to with this project, want to keep the powerplant oldschool as well. What does the viva front end look like? Is it a macpherson strut set up? Steering via box and drag link? Hoping this project to be done to a slightly higher standard than the HQ. I have access to sheet metal gear so it will have new sills/door skins all made from a flat sheet. Oldschool big motor worked into a little car is always going to be win. Viva front end is coil sprung, double wishbone and rack and pinion, also narrow and designed to bolt up to a similar monocoque body as yours so instant win. This does sound like a win, I'll have to see if I can track down a parts car. The width issue was always a concern, once I get some decent rims on it the diff is only going to be a bit over 1m wide.

I knew this would come up. I would save myself alot of hassle if I just swapped it in for a 4age or something. But the holden 6 is one of the few things I'm sticking to with this project, want to keep the powerplant oldschool as well. What does the viva front end look like? Is it a macpherson strut set up? Steering via box and drag link? Hoping this project to be done to a slightly higher standard than the HQ. I have access to sheet metal gear so it will have new sills/door skins all made from a flat sheet.

I've decided I've stalked this forum for far too long so it's about time I actually contribute. With out properly introducing myself consider this is. I've bought this... I have these... And I've always liked this.... Anyone see where I am going with this? So I now have it at home (well it's already been there a few months) and have stripped all I don't need off of it to be sold and will getting the shell blasted and 2k epoxy. Shell has a s**t load of rust, but that is something I am used to.... These are my thoughts 202/3.3 Holden with triple carbs, Yella Terra Head and all the fruit (part way to getting all of the bits) 4 spd (have 2, will make one good one out of the pair) 4 link rear end with shortened (very short) BW diff The front end has me a little stumped, needs to be built from scratch. Will probably aftermarket double wishbones and a steering assembly from I don't know what. Its going to need a cross member (they never had them) so could possibly go to a rack if I can get the geometry right. As much cage as I can run on the street Interior will be completely custom, will deal with it closer to the time Thinking exterior will be more like this.. Don't really want to flare it and colour wise it will be some sort of 'gun metal grey'. Abuse/spam here viewtopic.php?f=18&t=32075 Also have just completed a pretty full on resto on an HQ statesman, thread is on the NZ forum (and a few Oz ones) but can make a thread for that too if someone really wants it.

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