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  1. 11-23-2007 11:23 AM #1
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    gasser look

     



    o.k. guys, i know its a van.......see gallery. i need some info on tires and wheels, i want the gasser look for the front end. im building a big rat fink-hotwheel! something different.these are rare no side doors. it runs great with the 283, can pull the wheels!!!!plans are flames and r.f. mural on back gullwing door. need some skinnys on the front, any advice?
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  3. 11-23-2007 11:33 AM #2
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    64 no-door

     



    im new here, heres pic.
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  4. 11-23-2007 12:12 PM #3
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    Moon tank in the grill....maybe a scoop opening above the grill,...skinny race wheels on the front,.... drop the front end for a slight rake.....and lose the air horn.
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  5. 11-23-2007 12:25 PM #4
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    got rid of the clown stuff already, how skinny should i do front tires?
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  6. 11-23-2007 12:56 PM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by back2thewoods
    got rid of the clown stuff already, how skinny should i do front tires?
    Don't go too skinny or you will have a hard time controlling it.
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    If you want a gasser look, 5-6 inch tread width.
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  8. 11-24-2007 05:03 AM #7
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    nothin says gasser better than "straight axle" with a set of big sticky mickys on the back


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  9. 11-24-2007 07:26 AM #8
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    i see a r.f.! ive got an extensive rat fink collection, including boss fink. roth rules!! did you notice my aircleaner in my gallery?
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