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Old 08-09-2006, 03:46 AM
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What is needed to do wheel stands in a foxbody? Just wanted to hear what people think it takes.
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Two things: Traction and horsepower!
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Old 08-09-2006, 03:54 AM
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BE MORE SPECIFIC!!!


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Two things: Traction and horsepower!
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Old 08-09-2006, 03:56 AM
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BE MORE SPECIFIC!!!


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Two things: Traction and horsepower!
I couldn't give you specifics, as my car is near stock.
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Old 08-09-2006, 04:01 AM
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like an all out wheel stand? or just a few inches?
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Old 08-09-2006, 04:04 AM
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how about both


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like an all out wheel stand? or just a few inches?
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Old 08-09-2006, 04:26 AM
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a supercharged 347 stroker should do that
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Old 08-09-2006, 04:54 AM
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I'm gonna say drag springs and struts, high power and good traction.
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Old 08-09-2006, 05:00 AM
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this is how i wheelie!

really you need good drag tires, traction and power, also a stirdy frame and chassis.. the suspension needs to be worked. a k member will take some weight off the front end of the car too!
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showoff! no j/k, thats pretty sweet. i stick to my dirtbike... my buddy recently died on a crotch rocket and it just freeked me out.
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