Body work is nearing completion on #8001 USA. Body is off chassis, undercoat has been removed from under body (this took forever and was arduous). Chassis has been abrasive blasted and is off for repairs (mostly rust, no collision damage, poor welds from Marcos and engine mountings). Questions; Steel chassis ride height, I need a measurement from bottom of chassis to road. This measurement could be different front to back? Guessing around 4 1/2 inches? How much clearance between bottom of oil pan to road surface? New engine mounts need to be done hence the ride height and oil pan clearances. Marcos engine mounts for this engine, are a poor design. Need measurements from other cars if possible. Also recommendations for a radiator. Car is a, V6 Ford Cologne (Capri, Pinto, Mustang 2, Ford Ranger). Installing a Ford Mustang T5, five speed transmission also. Appreciate the advice and information on ride height and radiators. Radiator needs to fit between the front chassis rails. I assume the bottom of the radiator would be same height as chassis bottom rails to prevent damage? Modifications to aluminum radiator is not a problem. Car will have air conditioning.
Thank you in advance. Steve V. Marcos in Arizona USA