I'll confess, I'm not much of a forum participant, but Zoo, this thread title got my attention. Over the years, I have gleaned some very good info from StangNet, but there seems to be a lot of chaff the past couple years to get to the meaningful stuff. I was able to contribute to an 8" diff question this AM, so I think I earned my visit!
Having owned my '66 A-code GT for 28 years, I can relate to how kids, family, house, career take priorities over the decades. Now with both kids out on their own, I'm getting back into improving my car. It's been 20+ years since I've been in a race car, and while I'm not going to "race" my classic, I am planning on getting some track time in with some lapping days. As I said to my wife the other day, I'm not getting any younger and I can't wait forever! I'm also over the "let's keep it stock for resale" idea too. So, I've kept the original engine, trans, diff, and everything else that can be re-installed, but now have built a 5.0 roller motor ~315hp, a T-5 trans and an Eaton TruTrac diff which all performs quite nicely. I'm just about to head out to the shop for some serious welding now that I have the roll bar and braces fitted-up. See photo.
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The guys at AutoWeld in PA are sharp and make a great product. Like anything custom, it's fit, then fit again. Hope by May, I can start re-installing the interior and get some serious 6pt. belts. Stay tuned. CT