Removing the body was really no big deal.  A week before, we sprayed all the fasteners with Liquid Wrench.  Be sure to use the penetrant which loosens nuts, not the cheaper " lubricant ".  Besides the body bolts, there is wiring, fuel fill, steering column, brake and clutch, and shifter. You will find things you missed, as the body is lifted ( we forgot the parking brake cables) . We ran the chain through a pipe, so as not to stress body, and put most of the load on the panel behind the seats, which is close to the center of gravity.

BEFORE cleaning chassis, we used a grinder to mark the chalk lines for the firewall and  rear cockpit bulkhead

You'll be glad the important grind marks  survive the washing

We have  three main concerns...first is the obvious HIGH mount gas tank that was  installed by Cobb for road use. It'll be replaced by a fuel cell.  second is the long shackles in the rear for added clearance for street use. Note a tremendous distance between the chassis and rear axle, and the super long leaf springs for a soft ride. They'll go too.   third, and most important, is the lack of  cockpit room. The high seating will be lowered by "Z-ing" the frame (red lines), and legroom will be increased by building a new  firewall once the engine is re-installed.

 

Here are some front suspension and steering pictures.  Both the suspension and steering are solid and responsive. Notice the extended Pittman arm......we'll make sure it's strong enough to resume racing strains for the future