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General 4x4 Tech
Started by hotrodmike at 07-19-2009 12:03 AM. Topic has 1 replies.
  
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 07-19-2009, 12:03 AM
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hotrodmike
 
Joined on 09-08-2006
lubbock
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guys, in the near future my shop is teaming up with a group of gentlemen to build a full scale trophy truck for the purpose of competing in the SCORE baja 1000 desert race. This is set to be a 1 to 2 year project, look for new posts as the project becomes a reality.
Michael B. Rister
"If You Can Dream It, We Can Make It"
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09-24-2009, 11:46 PM
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hotrodmike
Joined on 09-08-2006
lubbock
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the design phase is complete.
the body will resemble a 1/2 ton cheverolet pickup
the substructure will be 2 inch ASTM 1426 DOM tubing with 3 x 3 triangular gussets at each intersection. we chose DOM tubing over chromoly because it is less expensive and does not require TIG welding.
the suspension will be 4- link in the rear with A-arms in the front. The front will have 28" of suspension travel and 34" in the rear. The spring and shock system will be of a brand new design not to be disclosed until race day.
the powertrain will be a 383 c.i.d cheverolet smallblock with a modified THM 400 transmission. It will be a 2WD system with a front engine-rear wheel drive orientation. the small block design was chosen over the newer LS series because the small block is a proven run all day design and parts for them are readily available at any parts store.
pictures will be posted as they become available.
"If You Can Dream It, We Can Make It"
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