Project 1968 Roush-Fenway Cyclone

[Goodale Engineering]

With the lower ride height comes some challenges, and the rear driver side truck arm appeared to contact the dry sump tank towards full travel. My engine builder gave me the go ahead to section 2.25" inches from the tank, without any concern for the lost capacity. (originally 5 - 5.5 gallons) Next I just need to clean it up and have it welded back together. Rear fender extensions got bolted up with some custom foam gaskets.



Up front I bolted up the radiator expansion tank and ran all associated lines. I had a problem finding a fitting to work for the suction side of the oil pump, so I had to die grind the Ernie Elliott engine plate and managed to get a -12 swivel to fit. Little things like this are taking most of the time in putting the car back together, but progress is slow and steady.

[Goodale Engineering]

Unfortunately the "free" garage I had in Pennsylvania found a buyer, so it's back in the trailer and on to the next shop space, which I still haven't found yet. I think I'll head back to Mooresville for help with the setup, then possibly back to Arizona for the time being. It was back overseas for work on January 30th, so the Cyclone will sit in storage until March 1st....here's a few shots of it rolled outside; keep in mind the front end has about ten turns in it so the car can be loaded into the trailer.

[wfo guy]

Too bad about the garage. Being gone for months gives the brain a re-fresh so you're ready to go?

[Motoracer838]

Love this build, can't wait for the next phase...

Joe

[Drewstang]

This thing is just bad ass.

[76TA]

Keep the updates rolling in; please!

[Jonathon]

Any updates?

[Goodale Engineering]

Happy to say that after sitting in the car hauler for almost a year, I have re-started this project with a goal to be done by April. Right before the new year, I took the car to Mooresville for some help with the wiring harness. The car is now at The Garage Shop and I should be picking it up later this week. In addition to the wiring, they are also going to have a driveshaft made as the original was too short after stretching the chassis. After picking the car up, I will be heading west back to AZ where I will finish up the fuel and oil line plumbing, as well as a basic exhaust system. Not much to see but here's a few photos.

[Peanut1959]

Thanks for the update. Can't wait to see your "first drive" post!

[Tsaints1115]

Bad. Ass.

[BK2LIFE]

Happy to say that after sitting in the car hauler for almost a year, …….. I will be heading west back to AZ.

I see your location says Scottsdale. I’m in phx, would love to lend a hand or even just see car in person.

[Crazy Horse]

Darn!
This is the first NASCAR/Muscle Car "Marriage" that I have seen where the proportions look spot on!
Can't wait to see the finished build!

[STREET T/A]

I have been wondering where this car has been. Can't wait to see more updates. Are you going to paint it black with the gold 13?

[Sbeck09]

Hopefully you will have this out on track or at least at some Phx shows. I'd love to see this in person.

[jaybee]

Love the car!

[ProjectSideOiler]

Nothing short of Incredible! I was drawn in on the very first page when I saw the body at DVAP. But, when I saw it being turned into a Cyclone II I was beyond hooked!

Absolutely love the build. I am In north Phoenix but Scottsdale is across the street. I too would love to see the car at some point.

Not sure if I caught what plans were for car when done?

[Goodale Engineering]

I don't know where to start, I feel bad for not updating this thread but life happens and I now understand how some people end up with old cars sitting around that they're "going to finish" at some point. Since the last post it has been nearly 2 years, most of which the car has sat untouched. The good news is that in the past few months I've tackled a lot of small items on the car, and even cranked the engine over the other day. Here are two pictures of the car in its new home in AZ. I am picking up the last 3x braided lines this week, and the car will be ready to fire for the first time very soon. I think some friends are going to come over for the inaugural start.

Anyway, more to come soon if any of you are still following!

[chunger]

ALRIGHT! I'm glad this project isn't dead. Happens way too often with cars. Looking great, keep at it!

[andrewb70]

Eager to see this thing running and driving!

Andrew

[eversaul86]

Love this build. Nice work! Plenty of motivation for me!
Martin