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03-03-2016, 12:15 PM | #1 |
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need to decide...
I have enough parts to build either an older GM surburban or an early chevy ramp truck....either unit need to go bracket racing. need pro n cons, which would be best. tks.
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03-03-2016, 04:38 PM | #2 |
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Re: need to decide...
I'm guessing if you build the Suburban you'll need to buy a trailer so that would be a con unless you already have one. A pro going that way though would be in you already had an enclosed trailer so that the car would be protected and you could store things in the Suburban and sleep in it if necessary.
The biggest pro for the ramp truck would be the cool factor! Those are just plain neat! Also a pro that you don't need a trailer. Cons are that the car is exposed to weather, thieves, etc. and there isn't much room for spare equipment or people. I would say the Suburban if you already have a trailer. Scott |
03-03-2016, 05:21 PM | #3 |
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Re: need to decide...
failed to mention there is no trailer. I believe a couple cabnets under the ramp bed would work for floor jack, gen., tool box....its a 67 chevy one ton so way yes on the cool factor....
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03-03-2016, 09:53 PM | #4 |
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Re: need to decide...
Without a trailer your only option is the ramp truck.
Having used both types of vehicles there are definite advantages to both, but depending on your situation, also significant disadvantages -
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03-04-2016, 09:18 PM | #5 |
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Re: need to decide...
I have had 2 Suburbans for tow vehicles,(1985 and 1993). Both have served me well, however I only pull an open trailer. I also like that I can use my Suburban as an everyday vehicle if req'd. Years ago my dad had a 1971 GMC ramp truck and it was a pain in the ***** to park at hockey rinks and school when I used to borrow it. It also had really poor traction in the winter. Just sayin'
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03-08-2016, 08:33 AM | #6 |
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Re: need to decide...
tks. guys. I like the idea of load the car on the truck and off you go. friggin with trailers is a pain. we had two different rig's in the 80's and motored ! I could invest trailer money into the truck...wouldn't be using it on date nite either...this time a 383ci instead of a bigblock.
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