> Norm-
>
> My 2 cents worth: I have a '50 3/4 ton daily driver. It is basically all
> stock, except for the 4.10 rear end and 16 inch wheels and tires. I add
40%
> to what is on the speedometer to calibrate my speed, and cruise at 55 in
the
> outside lane on the interstate. I have all original brake equipment, with
a
> new master cylinder. I can hit my brakes and stop just as quickly, or
skid
> just as far as I could with dics brakes, and thus far am quite happy with
> things the way they are. In my opinion, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
>
> Smokey Culver
This I think is my exact plan of attack at this point! I have considered a
12v swap.....upgrading the brakes etc.....but I am a hot rodder at
heart.........so If I allow one small modification it will escalate from
that point........and the next question I will be asking is who builds tube
frames for these trucks.....:-)
And because what I want is a "stock" old chevy truck......I will have to be
very cafeful with my project I fear....Think of this as......a test of
willpower......LOL
So we are going ta try 100% original....cept maybe the tires and
wheels.....:-)
Norm
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