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11-22-2009 10:15 AM #7
Prioritizing is a good thing, often dictated in part by our budgets in both time and money. Looking at the pics of the frame I'd suggest you evaluate all the modifications done to the suspension. The way they split the front wishbone is not the best for bind free operation (maybe you could sell them to those "traditional" guys who seem to know everything). If you keep the front transverse spring you should visualize how all the components move as the front suspension pivots on the spring center point. Too many people think of suspension movement as straight up and down, reality is different.
Likewise those ladder bars on the rear. Unless you plan on mostly strip running they're not of much use with parallel leaf springs. Also make sure those leaf springs are properly mounted to the frame. Brakes are important, but if the thing doesn't handle worth a poop you won't be using them much.Your Uncle Bob, Senior Geezer Curmudgeon
It's much easier to promise someone a "free" ride on the wagon than to urge them to pull it.
Luck occurs when preparation and opportunity converge.





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A belated Happy 78th Birthday Roger Spears
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