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Truckaddict · 08-15-2020, 09:17 PM

Hey y'all. New here. Purchased a 62 step side with no engine or trans. Have also picked up a big block and turbo 400. I am wanting to leave the body as rough as it is and make it handle like a sports car(well, as much as I can.) Looking for a really good high hp cruiser that is easy to drive. I have zero experience with the x frame under my truck and was hoping you guys could point me in the right direction as far as suspension options. I am pretty mechanical and have built several engines but just never got into the handling side. I have read some posts on here and you guys know your stuff. Thanks in advance and I look forward to talking to everyone.

AcampoDave · 08-15-2020, 10:46 PM

Hey, I don't have any insight into handling and high h.p but I just wanted to welcome you to the forum. There are volumes of info stored on the site and hopefully you can find more answers using the search bar, and perusing the other sections of the site i.e. the engines and drivetrain and the suspension, steering and brakes. The forum jump dropdown box will get you to those.

Truckaddict · 08-16-2020, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by AcampoDave

Hey, I don't have any insight into handling and high h.p but I just wanted to welcome you to the forum. There are volumes of info stored on the site and hopefully you can find more answers using the search bar, and perusing the other sections of the site i.e. the engines and drivetrain and the suspension, steering and brakes. The forum jump dropdown box will get you to those.

Sounds great. Thanks.

**The Rocknrod** · 08-16-2020, 07:54 AM

Welcome aboard. We like pics.

You might take some time and give our FAQ section a peruse through as well: https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=646002

08-15-2020, 09:17 PM	#1
Truckaddict Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Lancaster, Ky. Posts: 12	Just the beginning... Hey y'all. New here. Purchased a 62 step side with no engine or trans. Have also picked up a big block and turbo 400. I am wanting to leave the body as rough as it is and make it handle like a sports car(well, as much as I can.) Looking for a really good high hp cruiser that is easy to drive. I have zero experience with the x frame under my truck and was hoping you guys could point me in the right direction as far as suspension options. I am pretty mechanical and have built several engines but just never got into the handling side. I have read some posts on here and you guys know your stuff. Thanks in advance and I look forward to talking to everyone.

08-15-2020, 10:46 PM	#2
AcampoDave Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: central California Posts: 2,733	Re: Just the beginning... Hey, I don't have any insight into handling and high h.p but I just wanted to welcome you to the forum. There are volumes of info stored on the site and hopefully you can find more answers using the search bar, and perusing the other sections of the site i.e. the engines and drivetrain and the suspension, steering and brakes. The forum jump dropdown box will get you to those.

08-16-2020, 07:54 AM	#4
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: Just the beginning... Welcome aboard. We like pics. You might take some time and give our FAQ section a peruse through as well: https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=646002 __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?



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