After getting the car blasted and coated in 2K epoxy primer, I began strengthening the front half of the chassis, with a kit from US Car Tool.
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This kit included subframe extensions, rad support brace, inner fender braces, and torque boxes.
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Before I could install the torque boxes or frame connectors, I had to replace all the floor pans. The new ones came from AMD and fit well. But I think I must have cut out a thousand spot welds getting the old ones out...
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Then I welded in the subframe connectors.
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Before I went any further, I installed a new Gerst front suspension, so I could get rid of the heavy factory K member and steering box. I need room for headers and a deep oil pan...
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In the next post I fix the quarter panels, and order up a back half kit and roll cage from S&W Racecars.
