Contemplating DSE Mini Tub...

[ADiCarlo]

So I'm thinking about doing the DSE mini tub kit on 68 Camaro seeing that it just got out of sandblasting.

Only this is... I don't weld (it's the last thing I really need to learn how to do car wise.. learn not master)

So I have to pay someone to do this and my current quote is about 2200 to 2800 to get it done. But my question or concern is.... I know tubs will be awesome, allow me to run bigger tires, get a better stance, grip better etc.

but am I throwing 3 grand on something that won't add any value to my car?

Pretty much would u say a car with mini tubs is worth 3 grand more than a car without em? Objectively..

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Are you building the car to sell? Nice thing about mini tubbing is it gives the owner options. Stock wheels or wide if they like.

I believe it would add value.

[tubbed69]

I think it sure does add to resale,not sure how much but I think it is money well spent,everyones doing it so that is good if you are reselling

[Sparks67]

Yes, it add value to the car. I had mine appraised for insurance and that is one of the questions they ask is it "mini-tubbed." Are you planning to change the rear suspension as well?

Jeff

[califconstruct]

Mini-Tubbing is the way to go, It really gives the car that sexy grounded look.
but also remember - if your going for that "look", it also means your shortening your axle and then buying deep dish wheels.. . so technically, it doesn't stop at the tubs, that's where it starts.

good luck!.

[garickman]

I agree with everyone else. I think it will add value and if you ever decide to sell I think it would be a big selling feature.

[Sparks67]

Originally Posted by califconstruct

Mini-Tubbing is the way to go, It really gives the car that sexy grounded look.
but also remember - if your going for that "look", it also means your shortening your axle and then buying deep dish wheels.. so technically, it doesn't stop at the tubs, that's where it starts.

good luck!.

When my project started in late 2004, I planned to mini-tub. My 67 RS camaro was getting a frame restoration, so it was perfect time to mini-tub. Although, I was also replace both quarter panels with NOS quarters. I also replaced the outer wheel well housings with NOS. The real advantage to mini-tubing is that you will find parts rusted out. It is also the perfect time to replace the rear suspension. Although, if OP is counting the pennies on how much it will cost. Then don't even start the project, it is expensive project.

Jeff

http://67rscamaro.smugmug.com

[ADiCarlo]

Originally Posted by Sparks67

When my project started in late 2004, I planned to mini-tub. My 67 RS camaro was getting a frame restoration, so it was perfect time to mini-tub. Although, I was also replace both quarter panels with NOS quarters. I also replaced the outer wheel well housings with NOS. The real advantage to mini-tubing is that you will find parts rusted out. It is also the perfect time to replace the rear suspension. Although, if OP is counting the pennies on how much it will cost. Then don't even start the project, it is expensive project.

Jeff

http://67rscamaro.smugmug.com

Thanks everyone for your input. I am counting the pennies but I'm willing to spend them if it's just - I just would hate to spend a ton of money on something and have it be worthless in the end.

And when I say worthless I mean the price far exceeds the value like if it's 3k for a mini tub and my car is only worth 500 bucks more down the line. I can't bring myself to do it.

[Cole]

Your in the wrong game with that statement.

[srh3trinity]

If you keep hanging out here, you may regret not doing it. I had quarters and outer wheel houses done and decided not to mini tub at the time because I was just going to run a 10 inch wheel. I regret not doing it now. If you are replacing metal, now is the time.