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USA69Z · 10-28-2016, 05:35 PM

Hi , Has anyone fitted up a tunnel ram on there truck?

i have a big block in my 63 and distributor fitment is almost impossible,,It had a mallory unilite in it but to remove i had to take of tunnel ram which isnt fun..

im thinking about a small body msd dizzy?

Has anyone had an issue with distributor fitment between manifold and firewall.?

thanks,

Gavin..

**The Rocknrod** · 10-28-2016, 09:54 PM

You'll LOVE the way it drives - NOT.
There's a reason.

**Captainfab** · 10-29-2016, 12:10 AM

Even f your big block is in the original small block location, there should be plenty of room for a standard cap distributor. There should be room for a HEI distributor. However with a tunnel ram, that does complicate the installation and removal. Can you remove just the top of the manifold to gain easier access? Maybe if you post a picture, we can see better what your issue is. I will have to say though, that not many people run tunnel rams in these trucks.

USA69Z · 10-29-2016, 01:51 AM

USA69Z · 10-29-2016, 01:52 AM

as you can see i cant remove dist without ram coming off.. has anyone used the msd small body dist #8507 ?

**Captainfab** · 10-29-2016, 11:55 PM

OK, yes I do see now. I did not realize that you had a Victor Ram.

USA69Z · 10-30-2016, 06:57 AM

Yes , i cant remove dizzy without removing the tunnel ram, a real pita ! maybe time to go to a more sedate setup.. It runs great though !

geezer#99 · 10-30-2016, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by USA69Z

Yes , i cant remove dizzy without removing the tunnel ram, a real pita ! maybe time to go to a more sedate setup.. It runs great though !

You've got no heater so likely easy access under the dash. Make an access door or cover so you can get at it from behind.

USA69Z · 10-31-2016, 04:28 AM

mmm great idea..

10-28-2016, 05:35 PM	#1
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Tunnel ram on trucks... Hi , Has anyone fitted up a tunnel ram on there truck? i have a big block in my 63 and distributor fitment is almost impossible,,It had a mallory unilite in it but to remove i had to take of tunnel ram which isnt fun.. im thinking about a small body msd dizzy? Has anyone had an issue with distributor fitment between manifold and firewall.? thanks, Gavin..

10-28-2016, 09:54 PM	#2
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... You'll LOVE the way it drives - NOT. There's a reason. __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

10-29-2016, 12:10 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... Even f your big block is in the original small block location, there should be plenty of room for a standard cap distributor. There should be room for a HEI distributor. However with a tunnel ram, that does complicate the installation and removal. Can you remove just the top of the manifold to gain easier access? Maybe if you post a picture, we can see better what your issue is. I will have to say though, that not many people run tunnel rams in these trucks. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

10-29-2016, 01:51 AM	#4
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... Last edited by USA69Z; 10-29-2016 at 02:09 AM.

10-29-2016, 01:52 AM	#5
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... as you can see i cant remove dist without ram coming off.. has anyone used the msd small body dist #8507 ? Last edited by USA69Z; 10-29-2016 at 02:11 AM.

10-29-2016, 11:55 PM	#6
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... OK, yes I do see now. I did not realize that you had a Victor Ram. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

10-30-2016, 06:57 AM	#7
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... Yes , i cant remove dizzy without removing the tunnel ram, a real pita ! maybe time to go to a more sedate setup.. It runs great though !

10-31-2016, 04:28 AM	#9
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Re: Tunnel ram on trucks... mmm great idea..



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