Making a few changes

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  1. MikeG747

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    Thanks Mike and yes I do. (y)
     
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    Do you have the AJE front end for sale?
     
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    ResidentEvilRoc Got bit by the HP bug.

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    How hard was it to switch to a Mustang II suspension?
     
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    Was pretty easy! Did it in a weekend.
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    ResidentEvilRoc Got bit by the HP bug.

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    Ahh, nice! Doesn't sound as bad as I thought.
     
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    Hi Mike,

    Were you able to use your same headers, or did you have to go with something different?
     
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    6 out of 8 worked perfect. The front tube on each side had to be reshaped to clear the motor mount brace. On the AJE the brace was angled down. On the M-II it comes straight across. Was not a huge deal.
     
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    Sweet! I'm still sitting on my Rod & Custom 107 kit, waiting to install lol. The only time it's a priority is when I have to change the plugs or put the headers on;).
     
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    Maxx you need to make it a priority. You will love the luxury of all the room. (y)
     
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    I keep telling myself that...but then that little voice starts saying..."what if I mess up the way the car leaves"..lol. I can't complain about the way the car hooks, and leaves hard...now the room in the engine compartment...that I can complain about (y)
     
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    Update: Just adding a couple of recent pics. The main thing I am waiting on now is the custom radiator. Installed the Trany cooler on the fender wall. cut out sheet metal behind it.
     
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    Yeah,our cars are tight under the hood,any space gained is a huge help.
     
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    Bryant forgot more than learned

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    nice layout. that should be a monster.
     
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    There's a lot going on with the front of that motor, looks good..... My buddy changed from a belt to a gear drive on his dr foxbody a while back, he has been very happy with it.....
     
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