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08-20-2012, 11:07 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Some hard to swallow, but good info here, Drew. As with all modifications, there is always some give and take. Glad you found what works best for your setup. Now, time for some drop spindles!
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08-21-2012, 12:17 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
I have been of the opinion that bags are great for looks but not so good for handeling. The reason I think this way is because I rarely see any auto crossers running bags. The tech is getting better and some guys have tried but still industry standard suspension is steel springs. I bought my 2.5 lowered springs off of a board member that couldn't stand the way his truck rode and was converting to bags. Since I put them on in addition to very nice mono tube Bilstein shocks it handles great. It rides a little rough, but it is all a matter of what you are expecting of your suspension. With a lowered truck you get about 3" of travel out of the suspension, and you have to arrest the inertia of a 5000 pound vehicle in that short amount of time. Sports cars are about half the weight and have an easier time absorbing the bumps. I would much rather have a slightly rough ride but know that my truck handles great, than a truck that has a soft suspension and gets loose when I need it most.
I have found that one of the most important and often marginalized components of the suspension system is the shocks. If the shock cannot effectively control the rebound of the spring (weather steel or air) then the ride is going to be subpar. Invest in a good set of mono tube shocks and it will make a world of difference. Think of the spring like Drews rubber ball metaphor, the harder you bounce it the harder it wants to rebound. With ineffective shocks the suspension is acting like a kids paddle ball game, it will bounce up and down and the tire will not have adequet friction on the road surface throughout the travel of the suspension. That is just the handling aspect, the ride is effected as well. When you hit a pot hole or speed bump the shock has to control the energy contained in the spring, if it doesn't then you will get that jarring feel as the wheel rebounds from the compression. I think the best thing for New Type's suspension set up would be a new set of wheels so that the truck can get a full range of motion. I know we have discussed this before on your build thread but I really think that until you get the right wheel tire combo, you are just going to be throwing good money after bad. Either that or you need to remove your inner fenders and get a custom made set so the wheel can travel up into the well further. Posted via Mobile Device
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08-21-2012, 12:33 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
I can fully agree with Mike I'm a bit concerned on bags if they lessen handling I myself am strictly a DD but I like to play around a bit and yes a wheel bigger than my 15's would certainly help and with my job description being a CNC wheel maker I think I can make that happen fairly easy with a few "benjamin's" help. she does ride better lately just struggles a little with a full cab guess that means i need to drop some weight myself haha. I'm sticking with springs for now saving for McGaughy's stock springs these v-6 ones are just too soft
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09-16-2012, 05:11 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Any updates?
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09-16-2012, 06:33 PM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Sadly, I have to say: No updates. I'm just driving it everyday and lovin' it!!!
It is my only vehicle now, so I really can't tear back into it and make improvements. I've been tracking down little rattles or minor niggles as they come up, but nothing worth reporting. I'm also busy opening my 2nd and 3rd Sportclips Haircuts locations and am swamped with that. I'll have to do something big soon though, don't want that 67cheby guy taking my number one spot!
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Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!
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09-18-2012, 03:03 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
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On the #1 spot thing...think you'll have to go 4th door to keep in the lead  
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Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.
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09-19-2012, 02:56 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
First off, and I think everyone agrees, that is an amazing build. I was searching google for body swaps from 60's pickups to '99 and up chassis when I found yours. It took me almost three days but I read through the whole thing, just crazy, especially the quadrasteer.
I have far lower expectations for my project, I just want to put my rusty '66 C10 on a new chassis and drivetrain, kind of a daily driver rat rod if you will, with a focus on comfort like yours. Just beautiful, Drew, congratulations |
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09-16-2012, 07:28 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Alright, Frankie's good, what about the house?
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09-16-2012, 10:00 PM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
A few of my youth friends going to get ice cream! Seating for 8.
75 of Andrew's class at senior breakfast. Andrew's vaulted bedroom with "extra" sleeping arrangements. Up to 15 hammocks.
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Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!
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09-16-2012, 10:14 PM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
House is GOOD!
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09-16-2012, 10:45 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Dude! I love the vaulted ceilings with all the exposed beams, that looks awesome!
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09-17-2012, 01:19 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
House looks amazing Drew!!
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09-17-2012, 01:28 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
 awesome pure awesome
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09-17-2012, 04:18 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Great looking house and terrific detail, as always!
Nice bunch of seniors, but where are the girls? .."up to 15 hammocks" Are you kidding!? 
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09-17-2012, 09:37 AM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
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It's an all boys school, and yes we have 30 anchor points for 15 hammocks!
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Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!
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09-17-2012, 09:49 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
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Gilligan!!!!
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09-17-2012, 10:21 AM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
A few more
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Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!
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09-17-2012, 10:24 AM
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Lucky Teter at the wheel
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Sleep walking would be a little painful!
We have a ladder in his closet for old farts like me, but all the young kids have a special technique to get in, I'll have to take some photos to help explain.
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09-17-2012, 08:33 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Beautiful house and trim work.
Love it!
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09-17-2012, 09:54 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
HOLY SMOKES.........BEAUTIFUL...you are a true "CRAFTSMAN" PUN INTENDED !
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09-17-2012, 09:55 AM
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67cheby
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
i have to ask....How do they get in the hammocks ?
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09-17-2012, 10:26 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
LOL...cool looking forward to the pics !! HOUSE IS AMAZING !
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09-17-2012, 10:40 AM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
thats a very nice looking home!!!!!
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09-17-2012, 03:12 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
Very nice! Great craftsmanship too
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09-17-2012, 03:24 PM
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Re: ** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built.
wicked cool patio
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