ONSC Chat (4 Viewers)

[jamesurq]

oh it won't hurt. You'll just get bored with it quick. The highways around here (especially the bridges) are GARBAGE. Normal car absorbs those transitions with comfort. In a stanced car, it will bang, possibly bottom out, and continue bouncing. You'll feel and look like an idiot.

But at cars and coffee you'll be a hit

 

[tgadd]

@lumbee1 - same owner built this Datsun truck

 

[Rice]

Both very cool looking - but as someone that regularly drives a semi "stanced" ride (I have tein coilovers - but set relatively high)... DON'T DO IT.

Those cars look amazing standing still. But I bet they will make an FJ40 feel like a luxurious cushy ride.

Not stanced ... just fast.

 

[tgadd]

oh it won't hurt. You'll just get bored with it quick. The highways around here (especially the bridges) are GARBAGE. Normal car absorbs those transitions with comfort. In a stanced car, it will bang, possibly bottom out, and continue bouncing. You'll feel and look like an idiot.

But at cars and coffee you'll be a hit

The Volvo has air ride, fill that sucker up and ride around on a cloud. At least that's what I think it will do.

 

[tgadd]

For what it's worth, I wouldn't want the full on stance mode. I would definitely want a little lowered, but not frame scrapping and extreme camber low.

 

[lumbee1]

What about a stanced Miata?
Check the volume. The driver curses quite a bit and loudly.

 

[Hokierig]

1 more vote for the 510 here. A sorted example will be more attainable than an amazon (availability) or a GTV (price). Retro Japanese steel is super prone to rust (ask me how I know) but you can still find clean examples. Plus, the aftermarket part support on those is more extensive if you are looking to go that direction. That being said I love them all and I think you'd be happy with any of them. I'd love the wagon configuration in the Volvo or the Datsun too!

 

[NCFJ]

The issue with the "stanced" cars is that they are lowered by taking out spring primarily, that is why you see the crazy tire lean. If they were done properly and the entire suspension (mounting points etc) were moved rather than just removing spring, therefore up travel is removed, it would be a different story. Even the tire lean could be dealt to a degree with the correct length arms.

 

[tgadd]

The issue with the "stanced" cars is that they are lowered by taking out spring primarily, that is why you see the crazy tire lean. If they were done properly and the entire suspension (mounting points etc) were moved rather than just removing spring, therefore up travel is removed, it would be a different story. Even the tire lean could be dealt to a degree with the correct length arms.

Do you do Vortec swaps on 60s Euro/JDM sedans/wagons in addition to Land Cruisers? Just wondering out loud.

 

[tgadd]

I should mention an old Celica would be in the running too. Can't forget the Toyota. Though that will probably also be out of my price range.

 

[NCFJ]

Do you do Vortec swaps on 60s Euro/JDM sedans/wagons in addition to Land Cruisers? Just wondering out loud.

I've not yet but it would be an interesting swap. It would be fun to build something like that.

 

[jamesurq]

Any thoughts on types of trailer hitches?

I'm looking at possibly extending the length of the hitch and while I'm at it, I might as well look at different attachment types - it's an A frame style attachment.

Like this:

Right now it's just a 2" ball coupler. Those of you that use other coupling methods, your thoughts on them?

For reference, although this is technically an "off road" trailer - it's pretty big so it's unlikely to be on anything too extreme.

 

[mtweller]

Any thoughts on types of trailer hitches?

I'm looking at possibly extending the length of the hitch and while I'm at it, I might as well look at different attachment types - it's an A frame style attachment.

Like this:
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Right now it's just a 2" ball coupler. Those of you that use other coupling methods, your thoughts on them?

For reference, although this is technically an "off road" trailer - it's pretty big so it's unlikely to be on anything too extreme.

I've had a lot of trailers over the years, and by far, my favorite coupler has been a Bulldog:

Bulldog Heavy-Duty Square / Rectangular Tongue Mount Trailer Coupler, 7,000 lbs. - For Life Out Here

Ramon

 

[jamesurq]

Thanks Ramon,

Looks like they make one in an A frame style with a 2" ball...

Bulldog Heavy-Duty Square / Rectangular Tongue Mount Trailer Coupler, 5,000 lbs. - For Life Out Here

Doesn't appear to add a lot of length to my hitch though....

 

[mtweller]

That's a bummer. I just find it to be far more forgiving for opening and closing than the lever type. I have been told, and can see, that the mechanism is more robust / reliable as well. Just my .02

 

[uzj100]

Celica All Trac

#featurethis: All Trac Fury - Speedhunters

 

[Rice]

I've had a lot of trailers over the years, and by far, my favorite coupler has been a Bulldog:

Bulldog Heavy-Duty Square / Rectangular Tongue Mount Trailer Coupler, 7,000 lbs. - For Life Out Here

Ramon

I second the Bull. Best I've ever used.

 

[Rice]

Thanks Ramon,

Looks like they make one in an A frame style with a 2" ball...

Bulldog Heavy-Duty Square / Rectangular Tongue Mount Trailer Coupler, 5,000 lbs. - For Life Out Here

Doesn't appear to add a lot of length to my hitch though....

James, if the goal is to have a longer tongue that may be a two step process .....
( I don't recommend using "hitch extenders" on the tow vehicle. The farther back the pivot point is from the rear axle the worse the trailer control)

 

[stevezero]

James, if the goal is to have a longer tongue that may be a two step process .....
( I don't recommend using "hitch extenders" on the tow vehicle. The farther back the pivot point is from the rear axle the worse the trailer control)


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Viagra, trailer edition

 

[weejub]

wife is hording the Prius V for her own - between that and the talk of the DD cool cars, has me looking at SC 400 etc again!