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Old 07-23-2012, 11:56 AM   #6
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Re: Lets see your Short bed 3/4 tons!

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Originally Posted by blazerboy_4life View Post
I say isnt that what building a hot rod is all about?... The Why not... Lol I just like the way the 8 lugs look and the parts are cheap. I currently have drums up front and these are discs. Plus I might be bartering my way into a Vortec 8.1 and i think it might be nice to have the extra strength for the extra power...
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A 12 bolt should be plenty strong, or a 9" ford would be best. The biggest problem is tires. I have an 86 SWB K10 that I did a 3/4 ton axle swap and it is tough to find good deals on tires. I got lucky an found some on craigslist, but that doesnt happen whenever I really need something.
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