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Old 03-21-2026, 05:47 PM
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Gents, i just bought a 80 with a 396 in it. Shroud had to be cut. Anyone know one that will fit or should i just put on couple electric fans?

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Old 03-22-2026, 09:48 AM
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396 what?

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Old 03-22-2026, 10:07 AM
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im guessing a Trans Am

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Old 03-22-2026, 03:46 PM
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Default So a Firebird with a BB Chevy motor?
I'd search out a fan shroud for an early-mid 70s Camaro with the BBC and make it fit.

You will NEVER be happy with electric fans. Never. EVER.

Factory shroud with a 19.5" 7-blade factory fan and HD Hayden fan clutch will cool it correctly.

Good luck!

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Old 03-23-2026, 09:42 AM
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im guessing a Trans Am
I assume a TA also since this is the 77-81 firebird & trans am section. Was asking what the 396 is... like a funky stroked Pontiac 350 or a ... chevy.

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Old 03-23-2026, 09:48 PM
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Thanks for replies. Yup 80 ta. 396 bb chevy

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Old 03-30-2026, 09:22 PM
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This things sits wicked high in rear. Its almost like a drag race shocks. Can't see how to attach pics here but its a long coilover. That's not stock I dont think?

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That's not stock.



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This things sits wicked high in rear. Its almost like a drag race shocks. Can't see how to attach pics here but its a long coilover. That's not stock I dont think?
Has it still got leaf springs on the rear?

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Old 04-03-2026, 08:57 PM
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Here's the setup. Someone wanted lots of rake i guess

Removed shocks and remounted wheels. No difference cause those HD leafs.

What you say i do. Any pics of springs you've used for drop?

Show me stance pics guys.

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