Shaving and trussing a 9"

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Shaving and trussing a 9"

Postby Justin » Sun Sep 01, 2013 10:19 am

I know we've got at least 1 shaved 9" in the club, wasn't sure if there were others. I'm thinking about shaving and top trussing the 9" housing I picked up yesterday. I figure as long as it's out, it makes for an easier upgrade, and I might set it up with a flat-topped truss in case I ever want to 4 link the rear. Anyone done this or have advice? I know heat input with the stamped sheet housing is an issue, wasn't sure if there were others I should be aware of.
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Re: Shaving and trussing a 9"

Postby Viperwolf1 » Sun Sep 01, 2013 7:28 pm

I like mine with hair on it.
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Re: Shaving and trussing a 9"

Postby crawlercreations » Sun Sep 01, 2013 7:52 pm

As I'm sure you know I shaved and back trussed mine. I love the clearance but have always said I would never do it again. The truss, yes, the shave, no. It is quite a bit of work for what you gain. You are welcome to take a close look at mine if you decide to go for it though.
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Re: Shaving and trussing a 9"

Postby Justin » Sun Sep 01, 2013 10:53 pm

I'll likely take you up on that at some point. Given your fab skills, it's saying something that it was a pain. If I truss mine, it'll be a top truss. I'm already short on rear clearance because of my 23 gallon fuel tank.
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