Volvo X (1967 Pro-Touring Amazon) by Iamtheonlyreal1

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Well here is an update that looks like progress... I am just waiting on my production LS Engine Stands to make it in, and then I can install the motor/trans to the crossmember, and then install the whole unit in the car at once.. I went with a lighter aluminum crossmember and rear end assembly, and smoked chrome control arms and spindles, because I needed something to photograph well with the black bottom body coating. I think it also matches the overall theme of the car, and it should look pretty clean once it is all installed..

Here are some updated pictures of the mirrors after they were painted, and I think they look like they are right at home now, and they look much better in person versus the pics.. I went ahead and lit up the LED's, because I wanted to see the whole package, so here it is... Once the car is outside in an open space, the mirrors will only get better looking, because you can get the correct perspectives..

6-1-2013

Eventhough I still need to undercoat the center of the car, I went ahead and coated the rear of the car, so I can get the Rear End Assembly installed. I still have to work out some changes I am making to my driveshaft options, so I am not sure how much tunnel mod is necessary, until I get the production motor stands and transmission crossmember in the car..

The rear end kit is a direct bolt in, and I have made all the hardware/bushings to make it an easy install, so I can take the guessing out of future builds. This rear end assemble is using a combintation of Heim Joint and Rubber Rod Ends, because I was actually wanting to split the suspension load/give difference between a totally Heim and total Rubber Rod End, so hopefully it is more of a multi-purpose setup. I have also temporarily installed the front end kit, because I forgot I had to drill out the hole for the steering shaft support, and it will be easier to do that without the motor installed.

6-2-2013

I am still debating on using the original style Volvo Mud Flaps on this car, and that is partly because it is basically a Volvo standard on these older model cars, so it would be a unique feature for this type of build.. Beauty of it is, I can remove them at any time, with no adverse affects, and think that the OEM front style works best for both the front and rear of the car...