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      minitub help

      Hi, does anyone have a good thread that explains how to install the mini tubes , i dont have the dvd from "dse" thanks



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      minitub help

      Hi there , my questionis simple i remove the inner tub and im ready to cut the floor and trunk pan , now do i make a line 3 inches inn, and then come back 3/4 inch out , that leaves 2 1/4 inwards right , now on the floor pan area do i have to. Cutit? Orbend itin a 90 degree so itwill bethe place to weld the spot welds to ???? And also do i weld them allaround the inaide of it ? Meaning to the trunk pan and floorpan ?? Dse instructions are very vage same as the dvd , thanks

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      My question is the fallowing , when installing a mini tub do i have to cut the floor pan or vend it in a 90 degree angle to spot weld the tub to it? Also after installing it , do i weld all-around the inside of the tub ? Thanks
      Last edited by Damn True; 01-29-2014 at 09:54 AM.

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      minitube help

      Bending it to a flange and spot welding is one way to do it- which can be easier than butt welding it depending on how good the tub would fit. We've also bent pieces of sheet metal afterwards to bridge that 90* angle.
      You don't need to weld the whole tub but you can. We spot weld it several times and seam seal when complete.

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      You have to scribe the lines for cutting the floor pans b4 you remove the old tub. It works with a flange and without, but you can only bend the flange in the strait areas. Then you have a place for water to be trapped if you don't seal it well. Butt welds work great if you cut it nice. I welded solid then seam sealed. I have more pictures if you need them.
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      I never bend the flange but I always fully weld the entire tub along the floor. Accurate cutting and fitment is the key.
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      This is, IMO the best tutorial on the process contained on PT.com: https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/...a-68-69-Camaro
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      mini tub question for 67

      Thanks i will do

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      Please don't post the same question in multiple forums.

      I've combined the threads.
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      IMO the DSE templates are all but useless on the 67. I made my own.
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      Having done a few searches on this topic, I found the above guide to be the best one and I plan on using it when I tackle mine. The number of pictures is a big help for the more visual among us
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      minitub help

      Thanks again guys

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      This is what i got

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      minitub help

      I couldn't upload a picture i will do it later

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      67 camaro minitube help

      Thanks , do you know if there is a diference in minitub between the 67 and 69 ?? Y have a open space in my rear right side i patch it and that did the trick but makes me wonder if i order without specifying

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      By far the best tutorial. I had never done this kind of work before and nine turned out perfect using this. Good luck.
      Quote Originally Posted by Damn True View Post
      This is, IMO the best tutorial on the process contained on PT.com: https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/...a-68-69-Camaro

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      Quote Originally Posted by pollusky View Post
      Thanks , do you know if there is a diference in minitub between the 67 and 69 ?? Y have a open space in my rear right side i patch it and that did the trick but makes me wonder if i order without specifying
      you have to add a filler...i just extended the frame reinforcement up to fill.
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      minitub help

      Thanks i did a small plate welded it and grind it off it looks good i still need to weld the tub nextweek when i go home maybe




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