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DrkSide11 04-13-2018 09:41 PM

GMT400 vs GMT 800 Drag Truck
 
Looking for some opinions as I am having a hard time making a decision. Have an itch to build a performance oriented truck since going to the races with a friend last year but can't make up my mind between keeping and building the 98 RCSB I have or moving up to a newer 99-06 model.

OBS Pros -
Already have the truck
A little lighter (I believe) than the later generation

OBS Cons -
Engine and trans swap
Limited suspension options

NBS Pros -
Keep engine in it
More suspension options
Less wiring (I hate wiring)

NBS Cons -
Still have to swap trans

Plans are to start with a single turbo setup and grow from there. 500ish HP to start and then I know I'll get the bug for more. Anyone have any insights?

arthursc2 04-13-2018 11:56 PM

NBS. Better frames and better looking trucks.

Plus more aerodynamic for when you start hitting 150mph ;)

MrHorsepowerLSx 04-19-2018 11:39 AM

Go for the OBS, they are indeed lighter then the GM800 platform. Also the GM800 has more wiring then an OBS, to give a quick example, there are 8x coils that require there own power supply as opposed to a single distributor

arthursc2 04-19-2018 12:19 PM

If he is LS swapping it (which he should), what difference does the wiring make?

he did mention the con of an OBS was the requirement of swapping the engine. So he is planning that anyway.

NBS all the way.

Bluecollar Hotrods 04-20-2018 09:18 AM

OBS, lighter. Shouldn't be too complicated for wiring... run a stand alone. (Either reworked factory harness or aftermarket)

Just my $0.02

someotherguy 04-20-2018 09:29 AM

GMT400's look better, too. Roast me. I don't care. :)

Richard

arthursc2 04-20-2018 01:24 PM


Originally Posted by someotherguy (Post 5437187)
GMT400's look better, too. Roast me. I don't care. :)

Richard

no roasting needed, we all know someone that needs to wear a helmet 24/7. You just happen to be that someone :)

someotherguy 04-20-2018 01:42 PM


Originally Posted by arthursc2 (Post 5437233)


no roasting needed, we all know someone that needs to wear a helmet 24/7. You just happen to be that someone :)

You're right! What the hell am I doing with a pair of 06's in my driveway.. :(

Richard

arthursc2 04-20-2018 02:06 PM

Hahaha. Perfect


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