OK, I finally decided what to do with the new body. As it was so rotten I figured that I do not have the energy to even try to save it. After all, both heater channels, front- and rear valances, rear quarters etc needs replacement. For a real homegrown tube chassis it doesn't need to be perfect, just well made. And now I can avoid using NOS panels.

Even the cross panel was so rusty it needed replacement. This way everything is easier.

Front beam is 5" higher than standard, no need for dropped spindles.



A bit better picture of how the rear end should look like. Chassis dimensions are based on RLR back half (or full tube chassis) so this can be used to convert them to IRS.

Sneak peek about what is to come. Improved rear suspension using off the shelf components like hubs, calipers, discs, 930 stub axles. Fully adjustable and virtually no change in toe-in and minimal change in camber througout the suspension travel.

Paradise Motorsport makes similar system and at least one of their built cars has managed  to run faster than norwegian pan car with Vw suspension so it can't be bad...