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Sep 14, 2002 | 11:35 AM

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I have a 56 f100, am building a small block ford 500 hp what is the best suspension to support this as far as ride & handling? I am confused about the different packages, economy versus deluxe. I can't tell much difference except tubular A-arms versus formed steel. All info is welcome.

Sep 14, 2002 | 04:55 PM

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Sep 16, 2002 | 08:57 PM

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I got my suspension at speedway motors with chrome coil over springs and shocks. They have drops on both spindle and or crossmember. I payed $1300 for mine here but still haven't installed yet.
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Sep 17, 2002 | 06:24 PM

41Clay

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Economy is as is right after they welded it, deluxe usualy refers to ground down welds for show quality, something anyone can do at home.

Sep 17, 2002 | 08:56 PM

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>... ground down welds for show quality, something anyone can do at home.

Not sure about that. I'm pretty dangerous with a grinder!

George

Sep 21, 2002 | 10:45 AM

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thanks for the input on suspension,heres another question, digital gauges versus conventional.

Sep 21, 2002 | 11:36 AM

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I asked the same question to about 50 people who HAD digital gauges... only about 5 said they liked them or had no problems..

:-staun

45 out of 50 had to return them or just left them broken... also had incorrect fuel readings and temp readings...

I'm using analog...

john

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Oct 3, 2002 | 08:20 AM

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Oct 4, 2002 | 03:48 AM

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I guess I'm lucky. I've got a Dakota digital that was already installed when I bought the truck. Everything works accurately, although it is hard to read in certain light conditions.