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09-21-2011, 10:05 PM
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New guy ,new project
Hi
I have a 89 chev half ton and I want to pro street it. who here has done it and what advise can you share, appreciate all opinions. thanks Al |
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09-22-2011, 03:04 AM
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Re: New guy ,new project
Hope ya have a big wallet, I know that much!!!..Good Luck
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09-22-2011, 07:52 AM
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Re: New guy ,new project
What's your definition of ProStreet?
Some guys go with big honkin' tires, lowered a bit, wimpy stock engine. Me, I start with a big honkin' powerplant, build the ride around it. Tubbing the rear on these trucks is a problem due to the frame shape. |
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09-22-2011, 12:25 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
Welcome Aboard !
There hasn't anyone come forward with one yet but there's a couple on the burner, Here's a thread I started that contains some useful info on the subject; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477264 Quote:
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09-22-2011, 09:29 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
Well for me I am on a tight budget so I found on Chassisworks site a how to tub it without narrowing the frame as you said . the power train will have to stay stock as it will be the vehicle I drive to work everyday in the summer and has to make trips to the cottage as well. it also has to pass emission tests every other year.
I also want to get my brothers involved in it as they are getting some free time to get back in the hobby and I thought they would find this interesting and something for the three of us to do 
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09-22-2011, 09:40 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
So, What size tire/wheel combo do you plan on running with tubs only ?
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93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. "Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!
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09-22-2011, 10:13 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
So a 31x19.50 tire . that seems to be as big without narrowing the frame. so thats what I will use.
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09-23-2011, 08:05 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
If you don't mind me asking, 15" ? What brand tire is that and what width and backspace wheel ?
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93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. "Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!
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09-23-2011, 08:48 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
No not at all. 15" x 14" deep and they will be Mickey thompson . I have yet to determin the back spacing.
Here is what I found http://www.cachassisworks.com/Storie...AC-009_WEB.pdf
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09-23-2011, 09:20 PM
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Re: New guy ,new project
Thanks,
Strange..... I can't find that size "street" tire on MT's website ?
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