Re: BigKev
Posted by BigKev On 2022/12/16 10:28:04
Almost there on the engine cover plate. I need to get some more 1/4-20 Bolts to finish bolting it down, which will help with flattening out the flanges to their final shape, then I can finish welding everything up and grinding it all down smoothly.
Here is a shot from the engine side, showing the Nutserts that have been installed. Once the plate is in the final shape, I should be able to use shorter bolts, so they are not protruding as far. But then again, those make excellent mounting points for wire clamps to hold the harness that needs to go up and over the engine to the starter solenoid and the electric choke on the engine's passenger side.
I think once the engine-side firewall is eventually painted, they won't be as noticeable.
The Nutserts are far more durable than just sheet metal screws.
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EnginePlate.jpeg (93.11 KB)
Nutserts.jpeg (109.88 KB)
Here is a shot from the engine side, showing the Nutserts that have been installed. Once the plate is in the final shape, I should be able to use shorter bolts, so they are not protruding as far. But then again, those make excellent mounting points for wire clamps to hold the harness that needs to go up and over the engine to the starter solenoid and the electric choke on the engine's passenger side.
I think once the engine-side firewall is eventually painted, they won't be as noticeable.
The Nutserts are far more durable than just sheet metal screws.
Attach file:
EnginePlate.jpeg (93.11 KB)
Nutserts.jpeg (109.88 KB)
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