To Wes In Syracuse – ’66 Pontiac Setup

Wes recently asked:

Thanks for your website! I love it! 

I own a ’66 Tempest and I am modifying it to get a 12 second mile this summer. Our cars look very much alike! 

The engine is being built as we speak. I wanted to know what you did for your suspension. I am having trouble getting big tires to fit without air shocks. 

Thanks,

Wes

Chris responds:

Wes,

We use the Mickey Thompson ET Street #3755, it measures 28×12.50 and has a tread width of 9.9 in. You have to flatten the wheel lip on the inside of the quarter panel and do some slight hammering to the inner wheel house. You also have to use the Center Line wheel that has a width of 8.5 in and a 4-7/8 back space if memory serves.

We use the 55.5 in rear end and a 1/4 wheel spacer. We also use a airbag in the right rear spring to limit body roll on launch along with the Jegs upper and lower control arms. Also use the Competition Engineering adjustable shocks. Hope this helps!

Thanks,

Chris Young

Paul in winners circle at Pacific Raceways on April 23, 2011

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