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Old 02-08-2017, 03:20 PM
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Default TCI vs Scott's Chassis

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to this forum so thanks in advance for any information and your opinions and experiences.

I'm looking at buying a complete rolling chassis for my 1954 Chevy Pickup. I'm looking at the air bag chassis as I want to lay the truck on the ground. Using a big block 454 that runs about 510hp with a 700R4 transmission. Diff gears will be 3:55 to 3:70.

I got a price from both TCI and Scott's and their prices are comparable. I'm leaning towards the Scott's as they seem to offer a few more options, set up and ready to go.

I have been looking online and see that there are a few bad reviews about Scott's but I see nothing negative about their complete chassis.

Have any of you used either one of these chassis and have you any issues or opinion on which to use?

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Old 02-08-2017, 03:50 PM
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A buddy of mine bought a Nova front clip from Scotts and it did not fit......at all. Sent it back. He was not happy with the service from them.
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Old 02-08-2017, 04:18 PM
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This is where I'd be looking to buy a truck chassis:

http://nolimitengineering.com

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Old 02-08-2017, 11:00 PM
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I have TCI under my Nova and am very happy with it. Well thought out, seems to be high quality.

I have Scott's IFS front clip and triangulated rear setup in another project I am building. Not on the road yet but also seems to be well thought out and high quality. I spoke to Justin directly when I ordered, he was a huge help on building a one-off for my project.
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Without a doubt, TCI for that application.

8" fully boxed framerails are enough to make it worth it. Plenty strong, tons of room for big exhaust. Add in RideTech shocks and 6 year, 60,000 mile warranty and it gets much easier to make the decision.
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Old 02-10-2017, 01:26 AM
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Default TCI vs Scott,s Chassis

Thanks guys for helping me out. I have been checking into the No Limit Chassis, as dhutton mentioned. They sure seem to build a good product. Great to deal with so far as I have like a ton of questions.

Anyone have any issues/opinions on No Limit?

Thanks again in advance

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I'd be looking into Art Morrison Ent. as well. Great group of guys and gals and a great product.

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Thumbs up No Limit

Thanks again for your advice. I think I decided to go with a No Limit Chassis. Looks like a great product.

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Rob (the owner/engineer) at No Limit is a cool dude. He's posted extensively on pro-touring.com, and a lot of us have hung out with him and pelted him with many questions at autocrosses. He's always got good answers, and he knows how to make a truck fun to drive!
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I Would Go W/ Art Or Alston, I Was Very Unhappy W/ Tci...
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