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PostPosted: Fri Nov 28, 2014 12:01 pm    Post subject: took out for first time Reply with quote
took the old 55 out for first time since i tore it down. goona have to do something about the ride. it has 14 leafs on the rear springs and old polyester tires. I think new radial tires will help but thos springs have no give lol
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 28, 2014 12:39 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
If I were building a M38A1 for highway and in town cruising and not for judged competition I would convert to brand new aftermarket springs and shocks. They will improve the ride tremendously without sacrificing load capability very much.
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 28, 2014 12:53 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
yeah im just building it for my use around here and on the farm. trying to keep the military look but make more usuable for myself
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