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Old 10-31-2008, 04:41 AM
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hi guys,

I have a 1972 442 convert A-body. how narrow can i go on the new rear end without having to tub or modify anything else?? also when you narrow the rear do the shocks still mount up without modifying anything???? i wanna try to obtain as much lip as possible without tubbing plus im running the c6 z06 brake kit.
Nice choice for a car!

I think you will need to do a bit of measuring. The brakes you have chosen (same ones I'm running) require quite a bit of space (look at the Corvette wheels) so I am not sure you will be able to get a lot of lip. To run Corvette wheels I will need to run a spacer somewhere around 1-1/2 to 2 inches, so I would guess that is the most you can narrow each side.

As for the shocks, I think you will run into a bit of trouble there, there isn't much room between the axle flange and the shock mounts.

My suggestion is to mock up the brakes and measure.

Now, post some pictures of that 442!

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