AutoPros V8 Build - Photo Thread

[SilverBullet75]

In looking at the second of the last pics you posted, is that a support crossbar I see below the engine, or something else?

[Triathlete]

I think it is the tie down strap.

[Ldub]

In looking at the second of the last pics you posted, is that a support crossbar I see below the engine, or something else?

I think it is the tie down strap.

Diff dropped cross member?

[AutoPros]

Tie down strap.

[AutoPros]

Driveshafts are done and the VX is back for us to do the A/C lines before heading to the exhaust shop. Pics to follow very shortly.

[AutoPros]

[VxSport]

Even with losing the action of the TOD, it is still a awsome build. I have a chevy with the 5.3L in a truck 2x the weight. combining the two, sweet.

[AutoPros]

Working out small bugs and making the a/c lines today. This thing is a beast, and very responsive!

[AutoPros]

Little updates...

Refresh Head Light Lenses... DONE
Install HIDs... DONE
Speedometer & Tachometere Calibration... DONE
Refresh Exterior Plastics... DONE
Exhaust... SCHEDULED
AC Lines... ONE MADE, AWAITING ONE FITTING
Tires... ORDERED

Anyone else getting as excited as we are?

[HeckaTrebeka]

I can't wait to see detailed pics when this is completed!

[Triathlete]

While ya still got the old tires on there you need to put them to use...



.BURNOUT VIDEO!

[yellowgizmo99]

X2 on video

[Ebenezr]

I have a question for the builder: On the first page of pictures you show one where you have ground away the corner of the steering gear in order to get clearance. Was there not enough to move the engine 1/4 inch to the passenger side.??? When you dropped the engine in and positioned it - did you spot weld the motor mounts then unbolt and lift the engine in order to do a more permanent mount of the mounts to the frame??? Just curious. Eb.

[Ebenezr]

I've been wondering if a Jeep wrangler 4.0 I6 and transmission wouldn't be a decent fit. I know the HP is less but most VX's are probably running on the same HP more or less with worn out engines. ?? The 4.0 lasts forever and are easy to find.

[tom4bren]

I've been wondering if a Jeep wrangler 4.0 I6 and transmission wouldn't be a decent fit. I know the HP is less but most VX's are probably running on the same HP more or less with worn out engines. ?? The 4.0 lasts forever and are easy to find.

I'm guessing that an inline 6 would be waaaay too long to fit in that confined space without stretching the nose outward. Not sayin it couldn't be done but the V8 is probably actually easier.