[cavedog57]

Like what you've done with your front end Rick, but considering what I've spent on the engine and drivetrain this year (not to mention the custom built fuel cell I've yet to install and re-plumbing the fuel system cell to carb), don't see it happening anytime soon. Really like it though.

Don't care for the MII x-member (or its attachment to the frame), but it seems solid. The real problem, IMO, is the square tube "spacer" used to attach the upper A-arms to the x-member. Would like to replace the stamped steel upper and lower arms with tubular units and eliminate the strut, like Karl, and replace that mickey mouse spacer with something more substantial. Would also like to replace the stock spring and shock w/ an adjustable coil-over.

Ran the engine through the gears for the first time a couple of days ago. From a 5 mph rolling start, pulled to 6000 rpm (redline) in first, 6500 in second, about 5000 in third. Tires broke loose a bit when I nailed it and on the first to second shift, but otherwise it hooked up and went straight as an arrow. Shut it down just over 100 mph (according to my passenger).

Not making 550+ hp though ;>) -- engine dynoed at 380 HP and 397 ft/lbs TQ with a box stock 650 HP (have since tuned a 650 DP for it and had a Quick Fuel SS-750-AN custom built). Don't guess that'll cause any stress cracks.