mounting problems

[Youngn]

ok so i am about to try to tackle what i think will be the most difficult part of the build so far. I need to figure out some way to mount three pedals and the steering column in the car. I was planing on running floor mount pedals but i am now thinking against this idea. I am looking for some pics of your guys setups to get some ideas and input.

thanks

 

[akitagandy]

 

[akitagandy]

Welcome to Kugel Komponents - Products - Universal Brake System

 

[Youngn]

i like the setup but what is the cost i couldn't find it on the website?

 

[akitagandy]

180 UNDER DASH BRAKE & CLUTCH PEDAL ASSEMBLIES:​

5220701 180 Brake & Clutch Pedal Assembly Without M/Cs $290.00
5224701 180 Manual With 7/8”Bore Aluminum M/C & Clutch M/C $485.00
5227701 180 Manual With 1” Bore Aluminum M/C & Clutch M/C $485.00​

NOTE: SUPPLIED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS ARE FOR DISC/DISC APPLICATIONS AND CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER IS ” BORE

 

[Youngn]

hey thanks for the info i didn't really want to spend that much thou.

 

[Todd]

Study the pic. You could build it. Some of the parts are available off a '74 Dodge van (bell crank).

 

[TheAntiBoyd]

try ebaymotors.com. Search for Ansen. I cant get online there since Im at work and netnanny doesnt like eBay. Ansen made a dual MC clutch and brake "box" for small cars, its based off of a chevy truck piece from the 60s (I think) Anyway I dont know how great they work, but I know theres always a few of em on there for around a c-note. Any of you Vintage guys remember these?

 

[LumenAl]

Ansen pedels:

couple of pairs available on EBay Motors currently...

If I'm seeing this right, your master cylinders would be mounted outside on the firewall...

 

[Youngn]

those ansen pedals looki like the ticket but how did u guys mount them to the firewall being fiberglass?

 

[LumenAl]

those ansen pedals looki like the ticket but how did u guys mount them to the firewall being fiberglass?

I installed marine grade plywood (1/2 Inch) on the firewall then glassed it in... strong as all get out! I'm sure you'll get some other ideas too...

 

[tea boy]

i think that there was dimensions for the Ansons on the Hamb some time ago but i would think that some one on here will put them up

 

[fluidfloyd]

You might consider glassing in a pair of 1/8" thick angles or channels horizonally to the wooden firewall. Then bolt your petal assembly to those. In a panic stop you can put up a lot of leg/petal force and the angles will help in reducing any firewall deflection. For the best of stiffness I would fabricate a light tubular structure behind the wifewall to hang the petals from. Also makes for a very strong anchor to hang the steering column from.

One other thing to consider. When you put the master cylinders up under the body cowl it gets difficult to check or add fluid. You might want to think about an access panel. This is something I to will have to address this coming year. Wish I was at that point but work has really been taking all my time. When I do get there I will make it available. Good luck.

George

 

[Youngn]

hey thanks for the ideas does anyone have any pics of under their dash?

 

[LumenAl]

You might consider glassing in a pair of 1/8" thick angles or channels horizonally to the wooden firewall. Then bolt your petal assembly to those. In a panic stop you can put up a lot of leg/petal force and the angles will help in reducing any firewall deflection. For the best of stiffness I would fabricate a light tubular structure behind the wifewall to hang the petals from. Also makes for a very strong anchor to hang the steering column from.

One other thing to consider. When you put the master cylinders up under the body cowl it gets difficult to check or add fluid. You might want to think about an access panel. This is something I to will have to address this coming year. Wish I was at that point but work has really been taking all my time. When I do get there I will make it available. Good luck.

George

All great suggestions! My steering and brakes are all below the floor so I didn't need to hang anything but a heater, and throttle off my interior firewall... there was some stuff that through bolted for the exterior of the firewall...