Is the 56-59 with upgraded drivetrain handle truck duties well enough? (newbie ?) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

juscruzn · 05-04-2011, 10:59 AM

*** I mean... WOULD the 56-59 with upgraded drivetrain handle truck duties well enough? (newbie ?) ****

Hi,

I really want to get a 56-59 to use as a truck

I will need to tow my 3500# boat and make Lowe/Home Depot runs with it.

Is this doable with a stout small block/drive train and disc brakes? In other words, is the stock frame/suspension up to it? I'm thinking putting supplemental airbags with the leafs on the rear would help a lot.

Also would putting a welded in IFS, like a Mustang II type, take away from the truckness too much?

I've searched a lot but, 99% are show and go builds...

TIA!
Matt

05-04-2011, 10:59 AM	#1
juscruzn Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 4	Is the 56-59 with upgraded drivetrain handle truck duties well enough? (newbie ?) * I mean... WOULD the 56-59 with upgraded drivetrain handle truck duties well enough? (newbie ?) ** Hi, I really want to get a 56-59 to use as a truck I will need to tow my 3500# boat and make Lowe/Home Depot runs with it. Is this doable with a stout small block/drive train and disc brakes? In other words, is the stock frame/suspension up to it? I'm thinking putting supplemental airbags with the leafs on the rear would help a lot. Also would putting a welded in IFS, like a Mustang II type, take away from the truckness too much? I've searched a lot but, 99% are show and go builds... TIA! Matt Last edited by juscruzn; 05-04-2011 at 11:02 AM. Reason: Typo :)



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.