mini tubs on a 2nd gen Nova

[richs71Nova]

Has anyone on the forum mini tubbed a 2nd Gen Nova?? I'm about to start getting some head way on my 71 and am curious how it will look on that body style. I just don't wan't to have the whole thing done and welded together, and regret not tubbing it.

Pics are what i'm after. Thanks in advance guys! -Rich

[grump]

I just finished mini tubbing mine.I still need to to narrow the rear end but here are some pictures.
http://s25.photobucket.com/albums/c6...427/mini%20tub (http://s25.photobucket.com/albums/c60/hardcore427/mini%20tub)

[blown69nova]

Hey grump, what size ET radial is that under there? I would also like to minitub mine, but want to make sure it is worth it. I need a bigger tire than my current 28x9 slick.
would you measure the width of the wheel tub for me ( fender lip straight back).
Thanks in advance
Steve

[Young Gun]

71 is a third gen...FYI

[MrQuick]

nice work grump. how is the increase in traction working for you?


heres my 72 project Rich.
Nice thing about a mini tub is it gives you tire size freedom. We can go back to a smaller size any time.
http://hometown.aol.com/o1mrquick/projectragtime.html

[grump]

Hey grump, what size ET radial is that under there? I would also like to minitub mine, but want to make sure it is worth it. I need a bigger tire than my current 28x9 slick.
would you measure the width of the wheel tub for me ( fender lip straight back).
Thanks in advance
Steve

The tire is a 325/50 on a ten inch wheel.And from the fender lip is about 14 1/2 inches

[grump]

nice work grump. how is the increase in traction working for you?


heres my 72 project Rich.
Nice thing about a mini tub is it gives you tire size freedom. We can go back to a smaller size any time.
http://hometown.aol.com/o1mrquick/projectragtime.html

Thanks
I haven't had it on the road yet i need to build up a rear and decide on what type of suspension .Im leaning toward ladder bars and coil overs.

[richs71Nova]

wow guys, thanks for the pics, i'm sold. now the question is, is the DSE mini tub kit the best way to go?? Young Gun, thanks for the FYI. i'm always confusing generations!

[blown69nova]

Thanks for the info, grump.
By the way, nice car, and nice work!
Thanks again, Steve

[jpdeuce]

The DSE tubs save alot of time and work. They didn't have them when I did my car but I have since used several sets. Takes alot of work out of it not having to salvage your old inner well and such.

Theres a link to my car in my sig if you want to see a 315/35/17 under the rear of one.

Good luck.

[blown69nova]

Jpdeuce, that is a sweet lookin Nova.
Steve

[jpdeuce]

Thanks Steve. Those 68-72 Novas look killer with the right stance and some big shoes tucked under them.

[MrQuick]

Thanks Steve. Those 68-72 Novas look killer with the right stance and some big shoes tucked under them. yep, but second to 70-81 Camaro's.

[jpdeuce]

yep, but second to 70-81 Camaro's.

I think I may be doing one of those next. DSE front sub and all.:cool:

[richs71Nova]

looks like DSE will be shipping me a christmas present for the Nova... big sneakers here i come. thanks for the pics guys, all your cars are gorgeous.

[blown71]

I just got done a couple weeks ago minitubbing my 71' nova, and it turned out great.. I can fit some big meats in there now