Bagged 59 apache 6bt options
Hey all, ive had my apache for like 5 years now. Long story short its been sitting in pieces for the past 2 years as i got wrapped up in other projects. I already did a step notch and all and it came with a camaro clip but i decided id like to redo the entire frame with a better ifs unit, preferably rack and pinion steering and do some nice crossmembers and box the whole thing. I really want to swap a 6bt in it. Ive had 2 6bt's in dodges ive owned and love the motor. I know they fiit length wise in a 55-59 with no firewall mods. My only question is the front end. What ifs should i go with to support the weight. I believe there 1100lbs wet maybe a tad more. Im already going to box the frame and i already have a 9 inch i plan on building to support some power. Ive seen a few bagged f100 1/2 tons with a 6bt, i just need front end ideas. A 4bt is out of the question. Ive ridden in vehicles with both a 6bt and 4bt and the noise/vibration of the 4bt is rather annoying. Its like a paint shaker. Any ideas or help are appreciated
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