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      We'll start at
        the rear floor area.  Even though the floors were really nice, we
        had to add some additional clearance for the rearend, driveshaft and
        panhard bar. 
         
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      Here's we've cut out the section that needs
      to be raised.  We'll use the original piece above the rear (just
      raising it a bit), whereas for the driveshaft we'll roll a new section. 
       
       
       
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      Here's the finished rear section.  It's
      welded solid, and will be finished off nicely on the bottom side. 
      Now on to the front… 
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     We start filling the hole by making two
     identical pieces and rolling some bead rolls in them for strength. 
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     Then we add the toe board areas.  At this
     point everything is welded in.  
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     Now we add the tunnel area and the rear piece
     between the two large sections.  The tunnel is made in several
     sections to allow for tight clearances between the tranny and floor. 
     Once everything is tacked in and tested for comfort and clearance, it's all
     welded solid.  When finished, it's a very sturdy unit. 
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