Daily Driver 71 Cuda 440+6 / Shaker / 4 speed / Dana 60

[Craig J]

 

[Cuda Hunter]

Nothing wrong with that! Looks great!

 

[gzig5]

Who was the source for the frame rail/inner fender sub-assemblies?
I'm almost positive there wasn't an engineer involved in the welding decision. Probably the minimum someone thought would hold it together in order to save time and material.

 

[Challenger RTA]

It's surprising how strong a proper spot weld is. Usually the metal tears long before the weld gives away. more welded area the better. I seen the kit you have are thesis included? An other issue with welding body panels is treating all welded areas. both sides with a metal prep to prevent premature rust. Good job!

 

[Craig J]

Fit up is not going well…. I bolted the front pin location at 34” and the radiator mounting points at 28” but something is not right… the bottom of the radiator mount is not aligned correctly… I am reluctant to cut the drivers side but I can not see any other option.

Can anyone confirm that 28” is the right dimension for the radiator mounts?

 

[Challenger RTA]

The measurements you have to use are below. Loosen K frame bolts. move front rails the measurements. G 34" H 38 1/8" 54 3/8" Yes 28" to center of top radiator bolts.give or take 1/16"

 

[Craig J]

G is 34
The problem is that the radiator opening is 1/2 wider at the top than the bottom.

 

[Challenger RTA]

The front clip has to be under the car to be aligned with center section and the rear section.use the measurements to line up before you weld anything. there is enough movement in the inner fender and fender slots for movement. this is where you see the problem and where it can be corrected. get a string line front to back on center. This can be done with a jack stand or cinder block font and back. Measure off the inside rocker panel 27.5 to center. half of the 55" measurement. This has to be done. There are variations from car to car. You have to match the car how it was built.

 

[Challenger RTA]

G is 34
The problem is that the radiator opening is 1/2 wider at the top than the bottom.

I know what you are saying. An 1/16" on the back of the front clip can throw off the front.

 

[Challenger RTA]

Cuda dimensions

 

[Craig J]

a little while later.

 

[rklein71]

My 71 driver during metal work, I didn't have to replace the inner fenders though.