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Originally Posted by vujade
2 main reasons for using a narrow beam ... 1. to have a real narrow front track width for drag racing
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That's not a concern for me.
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Originally Posted by vujade
... 2. to use wider wheels on the front and still keep the track the same width
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Is that what you did with your '71?
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... but with that you face two problems if you dont narrow your beam ... 1. you have to use wider fenders
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I was planning that.
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Originally Posted by vujade
... 2. use loose some of your turning radius
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Hmmm, makes sense. Is any amount lost due to loss of turning the steering? How much is lost if one were to use 16x6½-et42 wheels? How much is lost if one were to use 17x8 fronts & 17x9 rears (unknown offset at this time)? I realize your answer may be a guesstimate.
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Originally Posted by Sandeep
Also note that the ride will be stiffer because of the shorter torsion leaves ... not sure if it is a noticable amount though.
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Excuse me for being a dunderhead but I assume the shorter torsion leaves are part of or necessary with the narrowed beam. I am also assuming you did not go this route since you state you are not sure how much stiffer. That leads me to ask: Why did you not use a narrowed beam.
(General note: I always assumed narrowed beams were for dragsters considering what I saw in magazines. My intent is an 8-10k mile per year car driven in all conditions and sometimes called upon to be driven hard. I appreciate all opinions and replies.)