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Forum: Fabrication
12-20-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Very true. Not bare skull friendly at all.
I got my seat brackets in so I hope to get a little more done soon after Christmas.
Forum: Fabrication
12-19-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Subframe connectors and cage going in. SFCs are from UMI. 10 point cage is a mild steel kit from Competition Engineering. I got my Kirkey seats but still waiting on the mounting brackets. I've gone...
Forum: Fabrication
12-19-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I've thought about E85 but this will be a pump gas street car first and foremost. But... never say never.
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 04:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I got the DC only 200. I looked for the AC/DC Inverter version for weeks but it was out of stock everywhere so I can't tig aluminum. I plan to upgrade when I do my cold side plumbing if not before. ...
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 02:06 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

You said pretty much what I've heard and read everywhere else except more in depth. Def like the flat screen setup you have there. Very cool.
That price tho.. :doh:
Thanks a ton for the info!
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Amazing...
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 08:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Tibo how do like that megasquirt?
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Wouldn't be the first time I've run over my crankshaft. Lol
I'm in Clayton, NC. Right outside of Raleigh. Piedmont and Galot are the 2 closest tracks but they're both 1/8 :(
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 08:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I'm THAT guy that must find and push the limits. Lol
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 08:17 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I'm thinkin' twin 66s :burnout::burnout:
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

And don't get me wrong. I love the hood but it screams race car!! Trying to keep a halfway sleeperish look for when that hellcat pulls alongside. Lol
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Thanks Joe! Tons of YouTube videos out there too of guys making crazy HP with serious boost on junkyard 5.3s and 4.8s. Check out the trailer trash malibu on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/GhAiNvN4Nxk
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Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

That would explain why I can't find it anywhere. Thanks!
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Bought a small tig welder from eastwood. I have a mig but would prefer to tig my cage. Brushing up a little on some scrap. It's been a while. I'll beat this thing to death with my BFH when it's a...
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Here's the damage. Nothing to worry about but it will most likely be cut out. Still a little on the fence. ...
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 07:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Still have some things to remove but I'm getting there. I'm so ready to put something ON the car instead of taking it off. Lol!
Car was obviously white originally. Has a cheap drive thru paint job...
Forum: Fabrication
12-16-2016, 06:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I've looked them over and I can see areas where they could be improved but I think they will serve their purpose ok especially with a 10 point helping out.
Do you have a link you can share for the...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 09:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

The fit looks good and I can't remember the back spacing I got on the wheels. I copied what someone else on here did. I see a lot of guys have cut the bumpstops off for more clearance but I think...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 09:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I found this article and a lot more like it to be very interesting and this is actually what swayed me to go this route.
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Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 09:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

It was more or less to make it easier to haul away. I found out pretty quickly I couldn't even give the motor and trans away so it all went to scrap. Engine had a broken ring land and the bearings...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Ha! Glad I'm not the only one! I had to google how to post on here. Still not sure I'm doing it right.

I plan to complete the car, paint and all before I take it to the street. May run around...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

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Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 01:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

And so it begins...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/80-img_1617_73b983bcedced1a99e53320c2fa5578db249bb6a.jpg

I was told the old V6 would run. I didn't even try...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Re: Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

Current car as delivered.

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Sold factory wheels so I ordered up welds...
Forum: Fabrication
12-15-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,982
Posted By Padgett21

Hellz Bellz 2.0 Build : Fabrication

I'm new to this posting thing so forgive me if I'm skipping a proper intro thread somewhere. If so let me know. My name is Lynn, (male) 48 years young, long retired street/strip bracket racer with...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-13-2016, 02:42 PM
Replies: 284
Views: 54,029
Posted By Padgett21

Re: 1984 Camaro RHS/LSx 427 Twin 76mm build up

Subscribed. Nice build. Any updates?
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