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Any thoughts on a vette rear under a model a vicky? Thanks

If you have a vette rear end and like the look of the IRS setup and want to spend the time or $$$ polishing all of the aluminum then it would look fine under a vicky, IMO. If you want the "traditional" look, then stick with a 4-link and coil overs.

Originally Posted by alan levin

Any thoughts on a vette rear under a model a vicky? Thanks

go for it if it will go in without butchering the frame.ive done one in a 38 chevy pu.ive kept it mostly black with stainless bolts /washers and strut rods .the build is on (www.hotrod.ie )

4 link and coil overs are traditional???

Originally Posted by jerry clayton

4 link and coil overs are traditional???

Well, I guess they're not "traditional", but the 4 link is not nearly as radical as a vette IRS, IMO.

How do you think the ride would be, worth the effort? Thanks.

Independant Rear suspensions have been with us since the very early 60's, don't no how much more "Traditional" you need to be. Jag came out with there's in 61 with the XKE, vette in 63. Hot Rods starting using them shortly there after and they have been with us ever since.

The Vette today is a pretty good choice, ride is very good. They use common gear sets and parts will always be around. Today with C-4 Corvettes going at very resonable prices it is even a good choice price wise.

Maybe a little different install than the regular 9" or one of the commonly used 10 or 12 bolts, but they look good and work even better. Go for it!

Roland