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Old 04-22-2010, 12:04 AM   #1
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Better Handleing

Not my truck but do you think this will improve handling?
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Old 04-22-2010, 07:43 AM   #2
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Re: Better Handleing

changing the rims and tires or moving the rear end back a foot?

the thinner sidewalls will make it handle better and ride worse
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Old 04-22-2010, 07:49 AM   #3
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Re: Better Handleing

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Longer wheel base = better ride quality (but that "look" is gnarly, and not in a good way, IMHO)
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Old 04-22-2010, 11:35 AM   #4
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Re: Better Handleing

With all due respect.....WTF???
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Old 04-22-2010, 12:28 PM   #5
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Re: Better Handleing

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(but that "look" is gnarly, and not in a good way, IMHO)
I like Isaac's truck just the way it is.
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Old 04-22-2010, 03:59 PM   #6
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Re: Better Handleing

I don't know about about handling, but it would possibly improve ride quality due to the longer wheelbase. But at what cost - the goofy look is not very appealing, the frame would be strained in the center if heavily laden, and negotiating a parking lot would be challenging. With the rear axle pivoting at the bumper, the front end would require a very large swing area to avoid clobbering adjacent cars with the side of the truck.
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