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Old 10-06-2017, 11:45 PM   #8
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Re: triangular four link & 72 firebird sub frame on a 56 chevy truck

The subframe welded under the stock frame makes the truck sit lower than the subframe blended into the stock frame. I did the camaro clip on my truck. I plan on a parallel 4 link when I get to mounting the rear end. I went with a 10 bolt Posi out of a 78 Firebird to match my camaro front clip. The width is almost exactly the same as the truck rear.

To pick up on what other's have said:
- Yes, it does require a fair bit of welding
- you will need to figure out the core support and trim the inner fenders.
- You will need to figure out a way to mount the front bumper.

With that said, I choose the camaro clip because it was the most economical option for me. I like the challenge of fabricating all these things and making it look like it belongs there. The steering linkage is almost a straight shot to the steering column.

I wanted to keep an old school look to my truck and did not want a steering rack.I also like the fact that parts are easy to come by and if I every want to upgrade there is alot of aftermarket support for the 2nd gen camaro. I also like how much drop I got using this method ( 6+ inches ).
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