Hi Everyone
Well I have come full circle with my thoughts about HOW I am going to proceed with my Transtar Project. At First I was convinced an IFS was my only option, well now I am not so sure.
After reading some pretty informative comments from many of you, I may just be leaving the Straight Front axle concept in my truck, after a complete refresh of course.
I really don't want to hurt the look and the stance of the truck, but I know I will be removing a leaf or two from the rear, to make it a little smoother.
I have read and checked the Web Site for Turner Disc Brakes, and I see where a Disc brake conversion may be possible. I will give them a call during the business week and verify a few things such as Dana 44 Tapered Axle Kits etc.
However, since I am not that knowledgeable about Studebaker, I would like to ask SDC group a few questions :
Any information is greatly appreciated, I 'd rather ask a lot of stupid questions, then make informed decisions about my path forward.
Best regards
Dale
Well I have come full circle with my thoughts about HOW I am going to proceed with my Transtar Project. At First I was convinced an IFS was my only option, well now I am not so sure.
After reading some pretty informative comments from many of you, I may just be leaving the Straight Front axle concept in my truck, after a complete refresh of course.
I really don't want to hurt the look and the stance of the truck, but I know I will be removing a leaf or two from the rear, to make it a little smoother.
I have read and checked the Web Site for Turner Disc Brakes, and I see where a Disc brake conversion may be possible. I will give them a call during the business week and verify a few things such as Dana 44 Tapered Axle Kits etc.
However, since I am not that knowledgeable about Studebaker, I would like to ask SDC group a few questions :
- Did the 1956 Transtar come with Power Steering ? If so , can a person still obtain a power Steering sector for that year and model ?
- Did the 56 Transtar come with a single or a dual Master Cylinder?
- Dose the vehicle have a portioning valve system ? My truck is in storage and I can't get to it to check it out right now.
- I plan to re power my truck with a Chevy 383, and 700 R4 transmission, has anyone ever put a Chevy engine between the Front Frame Rails? If so does the existing location of the steering sector clear the engine or exhaust pipes?
- Is the original electric system a positive or negative ground? I know it is 12 Volt , but I have read or seen contradictions about the ground , there were no cables from the battery storage area to the starter or truck
Any information is greatly appreciated, I 'd rather ask a lot of stupid questions, then make informed decisions about my path forward.
Best regards
Dale
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