Back halfing a s10. 0's @ 3250# without the nitrous on 275's.

Back halfing a s10. I used 1 1/8 Od and 5/8 Id DOM, the same as I use for my muzzleloading gun barrels. 083" frame rails, 1-3/4" . hanging all of the new fiberglass front end , doors , trunk lid, parachute ect Feb 24, 2011 · hi so the back portion of my montes frame has been almost entirely rusted out; to the point that there is a hole straight through my trunk AND frame :evil: someone suggested i do a Back half instead of a frame swap seeing as i am planning to use a fairly wild big block. My car is 4link back half car and I don't have anywhere I can run and be competitive. final adj will be done when i put the body back on. The S&W kits I have seen installed seem to leave the car sitting a little too high. #16 Notice roll bar hoop is located on the “outriggers”, one on each side. 5's it has been to the 330 on the rear tires with a 250 shot. Also cut out the seat pan so I can lower my ride height and move back. :hurray: Nov 5, 2010 · About an hour and a half. still dont know the route ill take. Joined Sep 15, 2008 Messages 1,215 Reaction Sep 11, 2009 · In a nut shell you cut everything from the drives seat back out, and add cross member front and rear and rail in between. 1955 (1) 1956 (1) 1957 (1 Mar 27, 2024 · While most Back Half Cars are built for racing, they can also be used for street driving. Full weight with stereo, 12" sub in box, AC, back seats, stockers up front, no ice in ice tank- nothing changed after the 2. The Vega has a 97inch wheelbase where the short bed standard cab S-10 has a 108. Complete fixture TIG welded to your custom width. 5 back spacing. Dec 16, 2022 · We start working on getting the back half cut off the extended cab s10 frame and getting it cleaned up so we can install it on the regular cab s10 frame. Jan 17, 2010 · Just a short update on my tubbing operation. May as well since I'm Feb 1, 2015 · Back halfing my 67 Barracuda. Currently it's a 7. The rails run straight back where the factory ones were splayed outboard toward the rear. Body Styles; Altered; Door Car; Dragster; Drag Racing; Funny Car; Lemons & Drift; Road Racing; S-10 (2) Universal (2) To Fit Year. Jan 21, 2015 · hi robert. 49mph 1. I think they have the instructions on-line. Each frame is welded for unmatched accuracy to get you winning right out of the box! Notes: Frames (with driveshaft loop) are also sold separately. Art Morrison's kits are very nice and put the car at a good ride height. ( mike lewis) Solid Roller . Does anyone know where i Oct 26, 2017 · Decided to go with a longer swing arm that I will fabricate. Oct 19, 2023 · I am back halfing and plan to do a ford 9" and what I'm looking for is someone who has done this to pick their brain about wheel bs and width tire size and most importantly axel measurements. Hope someone can help. Aug 8, 2020 · #Welding #fabrication #minitruckinThe s10 get a backhalf and back on the ground. I'm wanting to do a minimum tire size of 315 but if I can go wider I want to. Will also fabricate a smaller fuel tank. Or even a stock suspensioned car (stock style of course). 5" rim. Aug 16, 2008 · It is called a back half and what is done is to cut the frame just forward of the front spring mounts and install a stout crossmember at that point then take the remaining rear chassis pieces and move them in the needed amount and reweld them to the new crossmember. A 1/8″ plate is welded to the rocker box first. Our 4130 round tube 4-link back-half includes 1-5/8" . Installation of outriggers, is similar to that of the crossmember. With 29. 2 stuff attached up front. 750 in . Mar 25, 2003 · The tires on the back of my Chevelle are a total of 12" wide. I know that the body has a lot to do with making the car structurally sound. Holley Dominator EFI with large amounts of dry nitrous 1. Built for all out drag racing. Here re some pics of my truck. 2000 Z-R2 DD Complete custom 309 V6 with truck build Jan 28, 2004 · Whats available in the way of rear clip kits that could be adapted to a G-body platform? Just curious as to whats out there and what style of suspension would be optimal for handling with some occasional drag use. 54@90mph 1/8th mile Jan 1, 2009 · Forget back halfing it, there's tons of guys running fast with leafs and drag radials. 25 stroke scat H beam rods 6. I don't think you would have to do the flooring to qualify for back halfing just the frame. also the edge of the frame is flush with the indide edge of the wheel well, so i would have to bring in the rear frame rails to do the mini tubb. Just last month it hit a record high of above $70,000, although it has retreated some since then. 9. 5 hour drive to the track other than airing down. 3L based 309 nitrous fed power house. with buying all of the parts and paying for chassis man to do it i have around $17,000 to complete. Mar 9, 2016 · planning to back half my 96 s10,i did the engine this past winter,a small block 400, i already have the wheels and tire i got at a yard sale of all places,they are 15x14 weld wheels and the tires are hoosier 31x18x50-15. 5. Jun 6, 2010 · Still under a lot of cosmetic construction. 56, spool, 10. Jan 25, 2007 · I highly suggest you check out Art Morrison. It is a pre welded kit, and it says that if the car has a offset drivetrain, then mount the center of the crossmember inline with the offset drivetrain centerline and not the chassis centerline. I'd add at least one more crossmember like a K-member or an bottom x-brace spanning the splice areas. 8M posts 191. Jun 5, 2014 · Hi Bart. 4at 112 1/8mile 10. Backhalf cars also are usually full caged. so back in the garage Jun 11, 2023 · Power Nation back halfing and 5 link on an S10. 5" backspace. IMG_2281 by ajsullo, on Flickr well it feels good to get it to were i can push it pout of the garage and actually clean my garage for the first time in 6 months IMG_2274 by ajsullo, on Flickr well i dontwant the truck to think its free . Mar 19, 2024 · Bitcoin, celebrates its 11th halving anniversary today. Jump to Latest S-10 Forum. 5% on the rear. A Back Half Car is a vehicle that has been modified to have the rear wheels moved further back than the front wheels. I also want something relativley inexpensive (like the comp engineering 4 l Jun 28, 2014 · Here's my experience at doing my first back half job. Feb 5, 2005 · 1986 S-10 2. But usually the new frame disagrees with the old floor and the floor loses. Most of the back half frame parts are finished. 095" front crossmember, upper shock mount, and cross bracing. you can buy a back half already done from several suppliers if you wish. I have a good friend who is Mar 22, 2023 · Did a series on the prep work for installing the ABC kit mentioned above. Stay tuned for the rest of the 5 link and bags and shocks get mounted upFoll Jun 29, 2005 · If they had the experience to do a back half i would think that they'd want to put their own design to the test. 46 60ft 6. I will be running a 575hp 377 SBC with up to a 250 shot at transbrake release. Yup, 10-500 fully welded. I have to say it is a really nice piece. 5 scat forged crank 4. 625 might hold up, depending on suspension and how hard you launch you. FABO Gold Member. Aug 2, 2007 · Suspension Tech. If you do decide to go with the back-half definately go with a ladder bar. Approx 3100lb. The installation was very straightforward and exactly as described in the instructions. . Anyone who has tried to clear coilovers on a stock frame knows how difficult it can be. Reinforcing and finishing up the rear frame. 64 60' with 7. i was just wondering if anybody had tried this or done it themselves. Nov 8, 2021 · Otherwise, it is going to be a lot of work strengthening the S-10 frame where you cut it, basically you need to box the whole thing between the front of the cab to some point at least rearward of the leaf spring front hanger mount. With that said the only negative things are that the kit did not come with the metal plate that will be needed to weld the front cross member (with driveshaft loop) to the rocker panel (where the stock rear frame welded to). The 4-bars are made and threaded. 5 4-Speed - "HAYABUSA" Rolled & totaled 12/14/07 The only NEED for back halfing the truck is if you plan on running like enough hp, and tq, to twist May 12, 2021 · S&W Race Cars is known for its great back-half kits, and this video shows you how to order one from the company’s website. This requires the removal of most of the floor pan frm the back of the driver's seat rearward. I'm thinking each ax tube will be a different length. Brackets are made and welded on the narrowed 9 inch. 11K views 11 years ago. 705 ex. 6@132 on worn out 345 Toyos with a part throttle launch and 1. Then 2×3 tubing Cutting the back of the stock frame off to weld the custom back half on. Sep 2, 2007 · Back halved = back half of a full tube frame. demon34071 Senior Member. Nov 10, 2009 · 1988 S-10. Will try to give updates and pictures as I go. I hope to reuse the stock fuel pump but we shall see. the kit comes with instructions, the moving of the wheel wells is up to you if you want to get full benefit from it. Thread starter demon34071; Start date Oct 31, 2008 - D. Jan 1, 2007 · Basicly my frame rails are in the stock location in the front with the spring perch directly under it and offset 1/2" outboard. I noticed that the wheel tub for the truck looked like it was the same size as that trapezoid kind of body line above the wheel well on the 5th gens. 5x28 slicks, Caltracs with calvert racing split mono leaf springs. will be a while before I get started, I have to finish the '49 Jeep Willy's pick-up truck I'm working on now, rebuild a 400M and C6 transmission for our '79 F-150, and work on our quads before I can start a new project. 3 inch wheel base. Jan 18, 2009 · I wouldn't even consider back-halfing till the low 10's or for autocross/pro-touring. Back. Stock frame is more than strong enough for 11's. I haven't cut the wheelwells out yet which brings me to the reason for the post. Most of what's attached structurally to mine for the 4 link would be the same. Nov 5, 2017 · We used the Jegster 2x3 square tube back half and it has been great and very light weight. 3K members Since 2001 S10forum is the community to discuss the S-Series Jun 30, 2003 · Back halfing is when you wish to remove the stock suspension entirely and replace it with a ladder bar or four link set up. Dec 12, 2016 · I just got my back half today and was reading the instructions and came up with a question. I am building an 86 S10 ext cab truck, 9 inch, 4. You could tub it more like what Tom's car is like, just deeper through the frame rails. have to run a 1/4" spacer just to clear my tail pipes 1972 Chevy Nova 11. Parts selection for a back-half project can be intimidating…there’s a lot to think about and you don’t want to leave any critical items out. . 385 AFR 325 Angle milled to 108 cnc op. Jun 21, 2010 · thanks for the info. Wolfe makes real nice parts for this setup. The term “back half” refers to the fact that the rear of the car has been Oct 3, 2011 · 540, gen 5 block bore to 4. Baggin' It. Most shops that I've talked to consider a back half job to be removing all of the floor and factory frame (unibody cars) from the trans cross member on back and installing race type frame and flooring that will accept 4-links systems or ladder bars. you can buy it as a kit and assemble it yourself or they will weld it up and ship it to you. If not, I can send you a . Aug 31, 2006 · Recently had that done on a 72 Dodge Challenger. 4. 315/35/17. if you do all the fab work and buy the jegs kit it can be all done for less than 1200 (without rearend Sep 10, 2007 · Some people put in a back half subframe like they do on the early Camaros and Novas when they set them up for serious racing. Dec 10, 2014 · Thinking about doing a back half on my camaro. 8. Sep 14, 2006 · Sell it and buy a pro car next jack ass. Still looking for a 4. Cutting the back of the stock frame off to weld the custom back half on. the price included redoing the cage with chrome moly and funny car cage,hanging new radiator , strange struts ,rack and pinion, . 5/7. Nov 8, 2021 · Right now I have the truck striped down to the bare frame and getting ready to start working on this. Just widen the factory wheel tubs, stick a 9 inch under it with some cal tracs and 315/60 Drag Radials. A built 7. illpost a link tomorrow for the best deal i have found as ive been researching for about six months on it. Notice hoop is leaning back about 5 degrees. In all it's quite a bit of work even without the rest of the roll Jul 20, 2016 · 275 Pro Radial on a 15x8 with 5. I have Cal-Track 90-10's on the front and QA1 single adjustables on the back. You've seen the back of my car! Forget the 25. stock wheel base is 112" when i measured center before cutting with rearend sagging down when jacked up , i was at 111 1/4,, im about 112 1/2 right now. Feb 20, 2012 · Okay, so this is something I thought of when I owned a c10 a couple of months ago and was replacing the box side. It's a very informative video and well worth the Dec 11, 2002 · If you have the money to spend, buy a really good set-up stock frame rail car. I got a kit, which had a 24" frame rail assembly, rear end cut for this frame, used the wheels/ tire combo which was spec'd out for this width frame assembly and the width of my body. I'll be honest, I just can't see how it would be practical or desirable to try to use the S-10 frame under the Vega. Sep 15, 2012 · here are the plug welds that go from the old frame to the back half like i promised. Joined Jan 25, 2015 Messages 29 Reaction score 0 Location Feb 21, 2004 · C3 Tech/Performance - Back halfing the Vette - The motor is about 50% of the way done, got the block, heads, pistons, rings rods, and the tunnel ram. This results in a longer wheelbase and improved traction. 0's @ 3250# without the nitrous on 275's. No doubt you'd sell a couple of these things, but I'm sure the kit would be taken to a shop to be installed. more. I acquired another back half of a S10 frame and that is the one I will be narrowing and installing inside the stock and wider frame for perfect alignment. 375 crank. 886@112. Comes with 1/4" pro series 4130 front 4-link brackets. The rear mounting location is 7" inboard of the factory ones back there. Back Halfing Sep 26, 2012 · i had my camaro done taking it from round tube back half 4 link to full round tube. Few pics of progress so far. My Nitrous 555 made over 900 HP on nuts and set up for N2O the truck would run 6. this is typical. Jul 5, 2004 · normally when you choose a frame rail kit, whether it be a 4 link, ladder bar, or something other, it comes with a blueprint which specifies how far forward the crossmember will be in relation to the original axle centerline. My concern is that I don't think I've seen a true back half 4 gen Camaro. pdf file. While Bitcoin rebounded back above $45,000 by December, the negative pieces that emerged likely reflected growing unease about crypto's volatility. That is about as much that will fit without any mods. and that's not even counting the two half-finished sportbikes in the garage!!! Jan 27, 2010 · jegs build their stuff out of 083 if you go with a good kit they use a lot thicker gauge which youll want for your setup. They style of frame rail you use will be dependent upon your suspension leaf ladder 4 link ect. 10. Oct 23, 2020 · i have a 82 elco and i want to put 31+18+20 tires under it. Jun 29, 2005 · It looks like it's coming along nicely! Is that a '69 GTX that I see in the background? I wouldn't mind seeing a few pics of that as well, had a '69 Hemi RoadRunner back in '70-73, brings back nice memories. Share your videos with friends, family, and the world Dec 2, 2015 · I really do believe that back halfing a car pulls the value out of the car, cutting out the inner and outer wheel wells, trunk floor, the frame, parts of the floorboard and back deck to get the roll bar in, some installers even cut holds in the roof to get the welds all around the roll bar (necessary for the structure of a back half car). Jan 6, 2023 · On this episode of Garage less and broke we build some shelter out of a tarp because it was raining! And we cut the s10 frame in half to get the back half la Complete 4-Link Rear Frame Kits will save hours of fabricating. #15 Roll bar hoop is installed at this time. :thumbsup: what options do i have for a mini tubb? I have the body off the frame and i have noticed the two body mounts in the wheel well might be an issue. The momentum has crypto investors predicting an incredible Jan 23, 2014 · Jeep TJ Rear Frame Back Half Kit Our Jeep TJ back half kit was designed to allow TJ owners to remove the back half of their frame to allow clearance for rear coilovers and stretching the wheelbase with larger axles. Also, Morrison has a back half video that shows all the steps necessary in back-halfing a car. of course reinforce and gusset all your connections. Today, it’s worth a staggering $37,000. Thread starter AlisCuda; Start date Jan 31, 2015 - AlisCuda Active Member. ( chris Straub ) Dec 1, 2018 · A S10 with Cal-Tracks will hook up 860 HP easy. Monte Smith;25843674 said: May 26, 2006 · I have the Checkered Racing 4 link rear clip. Or if you have the tools and money, buiding a chromoly or mild steel round tube backhalf can be very obtainable. I currently have a ladder bar coilover setup but my frame rails are stock and it limits my tire size. Back in the day, a decade ago, it traded at a mere $12. 02 at 136 1/4 mile Best MPH 136 1992 S-10 silver Sunday grocery getter. back of the front frame. Feb 16, 2009 · All my past race cars have been full chassis 4 link cars, this is my first stock susp car and I am looking for some advice. I am going on vacation in July to the Tri Cities in Washington State, and a little property I have in Idaho. 73 60'. Just not advantageous, at all. Apr 16, 2024 · As a result, bitcoin has been surging. Oct 31, 2008 · Back Halfing Question. The spike in negative sentiment seen in December 2021 came on the heels of sizable corrections in the prices of Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies earlier that year. 108 sep. i have looked at cachassiworks they have a rear clip and they will sell you the clip after you send the measurements. I had the front stretched and the wheelbase sits at 109. Car weighs 3125 with @ about 47. The rails are 2"X3"X1/8" mild steel square tubing. 50 cert with ladder bars. Feb 24, 2010 · I am looking for pics and info on ladder bar back halving. these run about 1200 and up. Tubs is just where the tires live. dbrl vysqv qfufhteh vcen ioovbdb tjqpecu ilc mzrioo dfpsm fyjvjjm