One step forward,,,, two back. So dropped the motor back in a week or so ago,,, bar mock up hits the oil pan. SHIT! The problem stems from the original mock up using the OEM bar. First the OEM bar is much small than a 1" bar and it also has U shaped bend in the middle leaving lots of room around the pan. Not so much with a 1" straight bar.
OK,, so I cut out the sway bar mounts I just added. I also got in a 2" tube that will span across the front of the cross member the new bar can fit within (nylon bushing on both ends),, or I can go back with original mounts. I will say that 2" tube is heavy though,,but would be plenty strong. Waiting for my bar to come in before I decide. Should be here this week (FINALLY!).
Another while I'm here and as the front end is ripped apart,, ordered a set of Koni one way adjustable shocks at a really good price.
Scope creep is expensive.
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As a backup plan to the current sway bar plan ,,, I have almost secured another oil pan from Australia,, it's a pain getting someone to ship to the US. I could cut part of the back of the sump out to make a bit more room for the bar. Maybe.