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weight distribution by P Mag V8
Started on: 10-28-2009 08:01 PM
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Last post by: olejoedad on 10-29-2009 11:42 AM
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Report this Post10-28-2009 08:01 PM Click Here to See the Profile for P Mag V8Send a Private Message to P Mag V8Direct Link to This Post
Understanding the V8 adds about 85 pds on the V6 car on the rear...What are the thoughts on adding weight to the front to equalize? and has anybody done so and by method...? I'm not talking sandbags for weight mind you...LOL Thnks for any input...Pete
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Report this Post10-28-2009 08:08 PM Click Here to See the Profile for TopNotchClick Here to visit TopNotch's HomePageSend a Private Message to TopNotchDirect Link to This Post
Move your battery to the front.
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Report this Post10-28-2009 10:02 PM Click Here to See the Profile for FieroseverywhereSend a Private Message to FieroseverywhereDirect Link to This Post
I doubt you could even tell a difference. I can't.

You "could" add weight to the front but it will just slow you down in the long run. Your better off moving weight around and/or adjusting the suspension to compensate. I, personally, would not add weight. I would make changes elsewhere. The best way to know what needs changed is to drive it as much as you can. Thats what I put my energy into.
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Report this Post10-28-2009 11:18 PM Click Here to See the Profile for pmbrunelleSend a Private Message to pmbrunelleDirect Link to This Post
Just adjust your spring rates and tire sizes to compensate.
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Report this Post10-29-2009 09:27 AM Click Here to See the Profile for olejoedadSend a Private Message to olejoedadDirect Link to This Post
What V-8? Are you keeping the Fiero trans, or using an auto trans that came with the engine? Is this a V-6 or Duke Fiero?

85 pounds could be right, it could be way off.

Information is needed.
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Report this Post10-29-2009 10:32 AM Click Here to See the Profile for P Mag V8Send a Private Message to P Mag V8Direct Link to This Post
 
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Originally posted by olejoedad:

What V-8? Are you keeping the Fiero trans, or using an auto trans that came with the engine? Is this a V-6 or Duke Fiero?

85 pounds could be right, it could be way off.

Information is needed.


originally 1985 notchback V6 GT 4spd manual...now sporting a Small Block Chevy 350 ,same transmission....
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Report this Post10-29-2009 11:42 AM Click Here to See the Profile for olejoedadSend a Private Message to olejoedadDirect Link to This Post
If you are worried about the weight distribution, I second Top Notch's suggestion - Move your battery up front.
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