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Alterkation #551213
12/11/09 04:48 PM
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How many a body guys are running an alterkation frontend? Pros, cons, i just noticed that they move the wheels out 3/4 or so ob each side and i really didn't like that.How does alterkation compare to magnumforce or lrt. Just looking for opinions before we buy,thanks.


82' dodge pickup with a 499 low deck
Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551214
12/11/09 04:53 PM
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I think you should Talk to Bill Reilly I think he redesigned the control arms so they dont move the wheels out that far anymore.

Re: Alterkation [Re: TrxR] #551215
12/11/09 07:35 PM
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heard mostly complaints about magnum force..
like cars on first pass colapse-ing the steering from the line lock...
or folding up..after an average wheelie..
fwiw...

i know alot of guys with bill alterk...and are happy..
dont know much about lrt..except whats been on here...
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Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551216
12/11/09 07:45 PM
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I have one on my car, it has the optional shorter A-arms which reduces the amount of the front track width. I think its about 1/4" instead of the 5/8", then I run 2.25BS wheels and the track is narrower than before. I would recommend the Alterktion and the short A-arm option. I have no complaints at all with the front end.

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Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551217
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Another pic....

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Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551218
12/11/09 08:41 PM
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I have been 8.48 @ 160 mph, with the first generation Alterktion, on a true 10.5 slick. I will not comment on the other types of front-ends, as I don't want to get into a "Pee-Pee" match with anybody. I can tell you this, my car, at 160 mph, is INCREDIBLY stable. Bill Reilly is one of the best people that I have ever dealt with, when it comes to customer service and knowledge. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me, and I will do my best to answer any questions.

Hope this helps.....

Re: Alterkation [Re: B1CUDA] #551219
12/11/09 09:12 PM
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I have never seen or heard of any problems with the Magnum Force and have personally used it. The LRT is also a nice piece, but for a car that gets driven a lot, the Alter-k-tion is likely the best available. I actually plan on installing one of Bills units in a project car we are working on.

Monte

Re: Alterkation [Re: Monte_Smith] #551220
12/11/09 10:04 PM
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I haver a alterkation on my car. I narrowed my own arms 3/4" love it.


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Re: Alterkation [Re: Monte_Smith] #551221
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Thanks guys, i will be calling Bill monday.


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Re: Alterkation [Re: bigtimeauto] #551222
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We just got an Alterkation and like it......Bill has been great to work with!

Re: Alterkation [Re: 68CudaB1] #551223
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Have it for my 70 Cuda and 69 Valiant, love it I got it when he said, had to get my money back from another company, months went by and nothing

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Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551224
12/11/09 11:24 PM
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I have been as fast as 181 mph with 2 fingers on the steering wheel.
1st generation setup in a 72 Dart.

Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551225
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i dont have an A body but a f-body with one and i love it.drive straight everytime.well design item

Re: Alterkation [Re: Otherlane] #551226
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Also, the install is so easy, even a caveman can do it

Re: Alterkation [Re: B1KILLER] #551227
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What is the weight difference between the Alterkation and the MagnumForce suspensions?



Re: Alterkation [Re: camdog440] #551228
12/12/09 10:40 AM
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Jesse, we installed the Bob's Pro Fab. front end under Donald's Dart, it is a very nice piece as well. When I purchased the Barracuda it had the Magnumforce front end and the car drove great. The AlterKtion would be my choice for street/strip car but for an all out race car I'll buy another from Bob.

Mike Gray


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Re: Alterkation [Re: JesseR] #551229
12/12/09 03:49 PM
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how bout the four link coil over made by alter hows that work out leaf springts are for trucks would love to get rid of them.

Re: Alterkation [Re: cupcake] #551230
12/13/09 10:44 AM
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just a question what does Bondo bobs system cost for an A body


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Re: Alterkation [Re: Kiddart] #551231
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just a question what does Bondo bobs system cost for an A body




Bob is a very good person, and informative, I dont know the cost, pm him, he will reply







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