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| After twenty years, this 1987 El Camino's original 305 engine was getting pretty tired. What better way to begin restoring the car than replacing it with a 383 stroker motor. | |
| The 383 stroker motor has been rebuilt with some bling added. After installation it will get a serpentine system by March Performance. | |
| Between the factory air and all the emissions control lines, the engine compartment is a tangle of hoses and lines. | |
| Underneath this mess is the A/C compressor and alternator. | |
| With the addition of pollution control systems in the 1970's the number of vacuum and exhaust lines began crowding the engine compartment. | |
| Access to basic components such as the carburetor, distributor and spark plugs is so restricted it makes simple tune ups a major project. | |
| With the new engine, much of the plumbing will be simplified by repositioning parts while complying with emission standards. | |
| After removing the cooling system and removing the mounting brackets it's time to start tracing connections. | |
| The vacuum lines and electrical harnesses are tagged and disconnected to free the engine for removal. | |
| Air conditioner control bundles get unplugged and moved aside. | |
| With the driveshaft removed the old transmission can be dropped out. | |
| After securely attaching an engine hoist to support the weight of the engine, the bolts on the engine mounts can be removed. | |
| Even though the fluids were drained before pulling the engine, there are still going to be drips after it's on the hoist, so a pan is kept underneath. | |
| With the motor out of the way, work can begin on a serious cleanup before the next step. | |
| Using degreaser and a scrub brush the pressure wash gets the first layer of road grime off. | |
| The left side cleanup will involve working around the master cylinder, windshield washer reservoir and various lines and hoses. | |
| On the other side, the heater core and air conditioning dryer dominate the firewall. | |
| The air conditioning lines, coolant reservoir and battery cover the right fender liner in front. | |
| All the wiring and accessories are checked throughout the cleanup process. | |
| The steering gear is one location that accumulates heavy layers of dirt. | |
| After some hand cleaning the steering box looks more like new. | |
| All the steering and suspension components are to be removed, so the power wash is just the first step in detailing. | |
| The front springs are still good and will be reused. | |
| The left brake rotor has one broken stud that will be replaced when it's turned at the machine shop. | |
| With the shocks and springs removed the spindle can be unbolted from the upper and lower A arms. The weight is supported with wire while the brake line is disconnected. | |
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Street Rods Forever is moving... to a new larger facility! Construction of the 6,000 square foot shop is tentatively scheduled to be completed in late 2010. Our new shop will allow us to better serve you on mechanical and electrical work for your 1929-1972 Hot Rods. We will continue to offer automotive electrical service and quality engine building, whether it's a new build or re-build of your current V8 engine. For information about the cars and accessories listed for sale on our web site please call Jim at 512-633-7591. |
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