Pro touring resto-mod Cuda build

[kjwalters]

Well been working on the fuel system. This is one part fo the build I wish I could have done differently. Originally the plan was to fabricate a fuel tank to go in place of the original. I did not have enough room after install the new rear suspension to run an original fuel tank. However, this just wasn't going to give me the room I needed to run exhaust and have a decent amount of fuel on board. So I reluctantly decided to run a fuel cell in the trunk. The Floor of the Cuda is not fuel cell friendly, meaning it's not flat.  Took some doing but ended up getting a cell installed with a Walbour EFI pump and sending unit. I installed proper bulk head fittings on all the hoses going through the trunk floor as well. 6AN feed line, 8AN return line and 6AN vent all push-loc hoses and fittings. Also managed to get the battery mounted and the new aux battery post plate went were the original gas neck would have gone. Over all it turned out pretty nice I guess.

[kjwalters]

Does anyone know where I can get new bolts for the alternator,water pump, power steering and A/C?

[GoodysGotaCuda]

Does anyone know where I can get new bolts for the alternator,water pump, power steering and A/C?

I bought an ebay SS button head kit for the alternator and water pump, off the top of my head I am not sure if it included the a/c. I did get intake, valve cover and coil bolts too, however.

The kit is okay and needed some rework from the seller, he was quick to send me the bolts i needed. I believe ARP sells some bolts if you dig through their site deep enough.

[kjwalters]

I bought an ebay SS button head kit for the alternator and water pump, off the top of my head I am not sure if it included the a/c. I did get intake, valve cover and coil bolts too, however.

The kit is okay and needed some rework from the seller, he was quick to send me the bolts i needed. I believe ARP sells some bolts if you dig through their site deep enough.
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Thank you for the help. Any chance you know the sizes and lengths of the bolts I listed? I have been looking and cant seem to find any technical information on them at all. Also do you happen to know the guy on Ebay you purchased from? When I got my long block it didnt have any of the front accessories on it so I never had bolts to measure or this would not be an issue.

[GoodysGotaCuda]

I did not measure the hardware, there are quite a few different sizes on that thing. I can try to find the eBay seller later today


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[glovemeister]

I'd strongly suggest to lightly apply a zip tie or hose clamp on those push on hose barbs.

I realize what the MFG suggest, but I've had them come loose before.

[kjwalters]

I'd strongly suggest to lightly apply a zip tie or hose clamp on those push on hose barbs.

I realize what the MFG suggest, but I've had them come loose before.

Thanks for the heads up. I have never had issue with them, but I will go over them and apply a zip to them of that will help. Peace of mind is a good thing.

[kjwalters]

Making more headway on the 74 Pro Touring Cuda. The Vintage Air unit is mounted, as is the master cylinder, Booster and proportioning valve. Today the fuel line was run and secured as was the run off for the A/C line and the aluminum firewall block off plates.

[GoodysGotaCuda]

Interesting on the evap drain, I may end up doing something similar as I do not want it dripping cold water on my headers.

What's the plan for the HVAC lines coming into the engine bay closeout? That was one area where I was not very impressed with from Vintage Air. I ended up not putting any holes in the firewall [just the cowl] to mount the box, perhaps that contributed to my annoyance.

[kjwalters]

Interesting on the evap drain, I may end up doing something similar as I do not want it dripping cold water on my headers.

What's the plan for the HVAC lines coming into the engine bay closeout? That was one area where I was not very impressed with from Vintage Air. I ended up not putting any holes in the firewall [just the cowl] to mount the box, perhaps that contributed to my annoyance.

For the drain, I am going to attach a hose that 90 degree fitting you see, and route to the side of the chassis away from any header issues, just waiting for the fitting to come in.
 As for the lines going into the engine bay, I am not sure what to do with them yet. I was originally going to route them through the fender wells and not go through the fire wall at all, but figured I would go for the easy to service route.

[GoodysGotaCuda]

For the drain, I am going to attach a hose that 90 degree fitting you see, and route to the side of the chassis away from any header issues, just waiting for the fitting to come in.
 As for the lines going into the engine bay, I am not sure what to do with them yet. I was originally going to route them through the fender wells and not go through the fire wall at all, but figured I would go for the easy to service route.

You may find it best to weld a piece of aluminum tube to a -8[?] male bung end and have a hard line routing the evap drain over.

[kjwalters]

You may find it best to weld a piece of aluminum tube to a -8[?] male bung end and have a hard line routing the evap drain over.

That would work to, good idea.

[kjwalters]

One of the things about using a Gen III Hemi si that you have to either change to a cable opperated gas pedal or fab up a  mount to us the fly by wire pedal. I wanted to use the fly by wire setup and so today I made a and adjustable mount for the pedal. It turned out pretty good I think. Here are some pics.

[kjwalters]

Sorry it's been a couple weejs since my last update. The Cuda is currently back in paint getting the issues sorted. It should be re-cleared and back home by the end of the week.
I will post some pics when it's completed. I am working on the dash while it's a way, jut installed the new pad and the glove box, waiting on the new gaige cluster and will start installing the wiring' it's much easier while the dash is out of the car.

[YellowThumper]

Very nice. I like where you are going with this.
You are also making good progress.