Thoughts On 4 inch Wheelbase Stretch
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Thoughts On 4 inch Wheelbase Stretch I'm building a new front suspension and moving the front axle forward for better weight distribution is an option. Mechanically it would be easy, but I have no clue as to how I could rework the fenders or even if it looks good. Looks okay to me. Here is a before and after Photoshop pic. Tell me what you think.
Longer wheel base is going to be counterproductive for handling/cornering. Our turning radius is already around 40ft, that'd just add to it. The cars already run close to a 55/45 weight distribution as well.
You'd have to keep the engine in the same spot, so that'll require an extended k-member or a really interesting engine mount setup or just a full custom tubular k-member right off the bat.
Better way of achieving the balance without sacrificing turning radius/etc. is with lighter components up front and maybe move some of the ballast to the back if you don't have it all eaten up with a sound system already.
Tubular K-member and suspension components up front, relocate battery to rear or run a light weight battery up front. Fiberglass/CF hood up front, re-route front wiring harness and trim it to fit as it runs all the way around the engine bay.
You'd have to keep the engine in the same spot, so that'll require an extended k-member or a really interesting engine mount setup or just a full custom tubular k-member right off the bat.
Better way of achieving the balance without sacrificing turning radius/etc. is with lighter components up front and maybe move some of the ballast to the back if you don't have it all eaten up with a sound system already.
Tubular K-member and suspension components up front, relocate battery to rear or run a light weight battery up front. Fiberglass/CF hood up front, re-route front wiring harness and trim it to fit as it runs all the way around the engine bay.
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Longer wheel base is going to be counterproductive for handling/cornering. Our turning radius is already around 40ft, that'd just add to it. The cars already run close to a 55/45 weight distribution as well.
You'd have to keep the engine in the same spot, so that'll require an extended k-member or a really interesting engine mount setup or just a full custom tubular k-member right off the bat.
Better way of achieving the balance without sacrificing turning radius/etc. is with lighter components up front and maybe move some of the ballast to the back if you don't have it all eaten up with a sound system already.
Tubular K-member and suspension components up front, relocate battery to rear or run a light weight battery up front. Fiberglass/CF hood up front, re-route front wiring harness and trim it to fit as it runs all the way around the engine bay.
You'd have to keep the engine in the same spot, so that'll require an extended k-member or a really interesting engine mount setup or just a full custom tubular k-member right off the bat.
Better way of achieving the balance without sacrificing turning radius/etc. is with lighter components up front and maybe move some of the ballast to the back if you don't have it all eaten up with a sound system already.
Tubular K-member and suspension components up front, relocate battery to rear or run a light weight battery up front. Fiberglass/CF hood up front, re-route front wiring harness and trim it to fit as it runs all the way around the engine bay.
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The big question for me is the aesthetics and how the hell I'll be able to shift the wheel well openings forward.
I like the long, low look a lot more than the boxy Mustang and new Camaro look.
Last edited by JasonWW; Apr 21, 2011 at 12:08 AM.
