Another Build Thread - My '32

[J. Robinson]

OK, so it seems this project already caused me to change directions on the front axle, so it should come as no surprise that the rear end would also undergo a change of direction. Actually, it's mainly a matter of me changing my mind. No big deal really; I mocked up the 4-bars both ways (parallel and triangulated) and decided I didn't like either layout! In triangulated configuration, the left upper bar would have to be up on the side of the "pumpkin" area of the housing and the right side would require bracketry that would elevate it to equal height. I can fab' the brackets OK, but then I would have to modify the floor to clear them. Nope, not gonna happen. In parallel configuration they simply hang too low and I don't like the looks, so... truck arms it is! I have built bunches of them over the last 40+ years. I have them on my coupe, they ride and handle good, and they are extremely tough and durable. Also, they launch a car like nothing else short of a fully adjustable 4-link in a pro-stock.