Core Support - Radiator Mount with 2" body lift, and Wheel Well question

[reynard101]

Doing a fair amount of panel replacement. My original Core Support is junk. New one is just about ready to put on. I have a 2" body lift - do I move the radiator support brackets 2" to compensate for the lift, or do I leave the radiator support brackets in stock location and get a new radiator shroud?

Also, should I just go with the 76-77 style front wheel wells? The one with the provision for power booster (although I'm planning on hydroboost) and the power steering shaft? My original 75 only had the power steering shaft 'bump'. Or does any of this even make a difference? Have a 4x4x2 steering box and I'll be running aftermarket steering shaft.

 

[Ol'Blue]

I have absolutely no idea but I need to know where you get your oil changed. I will drive there, dont care how far it is.

Nice garage photos and good luck with your answers.

 

[reynard101]

I have absolutely no idea but I need to know where you get your oil changed. I will drive there, dont care how far it is.

Nice garage photos and good luck with your answers.

A good mechanic is hard to find!

 

[Glass Pony]

I lowered my radiator brackets 2" and used the stock shroud.

 

[MPG_Bronco]

lower radiator brackets 2" and use the stock shroud.

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I think this would be best

 

[377]

I might be able to help with your second question. I recently totally rebuilt all the sheet metal in the front of my 77. I also installed hydroboost with a 4x4x2 steering box. The provision on the 76-77 for the booster wasn't needed and with the aftermarket steering shaft I used the " crease" present on the fender well wasn't really needed either. So with how your describing setting up your rig, I don't think you'll go wrong using either the 75 and earlier or the 76-77 design driverside fender well. I hope this help answer your question.

 

[reynard101]

Thanks for the help. Ordering a few parts the weekend.