Re: Frame strength????

From: KenCo (ken@kencofish.com)
Date: Sat Jan 18 2003 - 09:59:16 EST


Matt wrote:
>
> I am currently building a big block Dakota it is a 87 v6 regular cab long
> box 2x4. I was wondering if any reinforcements should be made to the frame??
> if so where
> and how??
>
> PS this will be mainly a street truck but will see some drag duty and Im
> hopping for mid to low 12s in the quarter.

I have an 88 and the (same) frame looks fine but new heavier
front coils will be needed or an air ride front for the extra
weight.

traction bars or a stronger top leaf on the rear springs
will probably be needed to stop wheel hop w/ more HP.

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