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1955LSX
03-21-2010, 11:32 PM
Am I missing anything or is DSE the only company that fits 335 tires with their 4 bar suspension. Seems like most of the other companies can't stuff as much tire.
FreddieCougar
03-22-2010, 06:40 AM
Am I missing anything or is DSE the only company that fits 335 tires with their 4 bar suspension. Seems like most of the other companies can't stuff as much tire.

Our Torque Arm rear suspension will fit a 335 no problem, and even a 345 if you are careful with your wheel backspacing.
Tim
ProdigyCustoms
03-22-2010, 11:58 AM
We sell and install (4) 4 link solutions, and a 3 link, and the above mentioned Toruqe Arm solution. All will work with up to 345s.
chicane
03-23-2010, 10:01 PM
Art Morrison also makes a non-intrusive triangulated four bar that will suit 335's...
1955LSX
03-24-2010, 06:27 PM
What 3 link setup do you sell?

We sell and install (4) 4 link solutions, and a 3 link, and the above mentioned Toruqe Arm solution. All will work with up to 345s.
ProdigyCustoms
03-24-2010, 06:56 PM
Art Morrison can do their rear clip in triangle 4 link or 3 link. I have a 3 link coming for our personal project and will do a full install feature in Super Chevy Magazine.

Page 14 of the catalog here.................

http://artmorrison.com/2006cat/2010catalog.pdf?Download+Catalog=Download+Catalog
lil427z
03-24-2010, 07:45 PM
build it your self.
rick k
oneinch
03-25-2010, 03:37 PM
Assuming the stock frame rails are left in their original position, the frame is notched as much as it can be, the suspension components are under or inside the frame rails... wouldn't all rear suspension setups handle the same size tire?
ProdigyCustoms
03-25-2010, 04:39 PM
No, not at all. Where the brackets for the shocks are placed on the rear matters. Where the lower link is located matters. Many kits actually have bracketry that goes into the wheel house on the outside of the frame rail. Many suspesnsions only take 315 or 305 tires.

And many suspensions compromise good geometry simply for packaging. There are limitations to what one can do under the stock floor as it relates to suspension travel / ride height. All systems share the same limitations, some suffer more then others. Some systems eliminate the possibilty of tailpipes also which really sucks.

In summary, just because it is a trick rear suspension, 3 link, 4 link, Torque Arm, does not automatically grant monster tires.
BMR Tech
03-29-2010, 02:19 PM
335's are no problem with our Torque arm kit either. Our test car wears 335's with OE frame rails, mini-tubs, and tail pipes...
1955LSX
03-29-2010, 07:19 PM
The Morrison front & rear setup looks good, it seems to cost ALOT more than all the other kits. I'm considering modifying a TCI 3 link to fit 335 tires..
slow4dr
03-31-2010, 10:28 AM
Richard Balas' '67 Camaro has a TCI 4-link and a 335 tire on it using a DSE tub. He modified the outside lip of the TCI coilover crossmember to match the frame rail after the DSE tub install. Check out page 91 of the May 2010 Goodguys Gazette for a good picture of the car. :cheers:
chevyhector
03-31-2010, 10:42 AM
Do any of you guys know of a reputable location in the Los Angeles area to get a 4 link installed?
Ron in SoCal
03-31-2010, 01:17 PM
Do any of you guys know of a reputable location in the Los Angeles area to get a 4 link installed?

Fab Tech in Chatsworth. The owner's name is Jamie...
chevyhector
03-31-2010, 01:25 PM
COOL ! but isn’t Fab tech an off road truck place?
slow4dr
03-31-2010, 02:41 PM
COOL ! but isn’t Fab tech an off road truck place?

Must be a different place since Fabtech(offroad company) is in Chino.
Ron in SoCal
04-01-2010, 07:11 PM
COOL ! but isn’t Fab tech an off road truck place?

Yes they are, but two different companies. This one is owned by a good guy, and he's even been featured in CHP a few times...
ItDoRun
04-03-2010, 02:58 PM
I have the Chassisworks G-Link in mine with 335's.
Silver69Camaro
04-05-2010, 06:00 AM
The Morrison front & rear setup looks good, it seems to cost ALOT more than all the other kits. I'm considering modifying a TCI 3 link to fit 335 tires..

Actually, if you include the axle housing, axles, and third member, it's close to DSE's complete setup.

Our goal is to get people to quit using the .045"-thick factory frame rails.
1955LSX
05-04-2010, 06:46 PM
looked for that issue & couldn't find it! anyone have a link to his spread?

Richard Balas' '67 Camaro has a TCI 4-link and a 335 tire on it using a DSE tub. He modified the outside lip of the TCI coilover crossmember to match the frame rail after the DSE tub install. Check out page 91 of the May 2010 Goodguys Gazette for a good picture of the car. :cheers: