With 1 inch blocks the traction bars were not a problem. with 2" it was
iffy, with 3" blocks I couldn't get into my own driveway.
I've tried every combination I could come up with on my rear suspension, in
case anyone is wondering.
Joe W.
87 Shelby Charger 13.9
98 Dakota 13.1
----- Original Message -----
From: GS- <GSWillhite@ualr.edu>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 08, 1999 7:46 AM
Subject: Re: -------->DML: lowering opinions
> If I were running a 426 Hemi on the 9.25 w/big axles
> I'd be concerned. I don't do alot of track runs, maybe
> an occasional street challenge or two. I opted to go
> the 1"steel blocks to get a little more weight over the
> rearend, so far its working great. I've also seen some
> racing autos do the same thing. I think the one bad thing
> about this setup is traction bars. Not sure if I have enough
> clearence. Oh well, this is what the spring clamps are for.
>
> GS -
>
> 98 5.2L 5spd
>
>
> >
> > >strength to handle torque from the mighty NV3500. I think the
> > >rearend would go before these gave way.
> >
> > I'd be more concerned with the axle tube and the actual spring. This is
> > where the forces end up going.
> >
> > --
> > Dave
> >
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