'76 Maverick

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  1. Twizted

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    How much do they way and is traction a problem?
     
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    probably just under 2900 depending on engine, # of doors and other "heavy" options. traction is only a problem once you start making serious power, like anything else
     
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    Sorry its a 2door and ill be swapping tha motor out anyway.
     
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    id say 2800 sounds right for a big bumper 2dr with a v8
     
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    I'd say closer to 3200lbs.
     
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    So either way, they are pretty light?
     
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    yup, and alot of potntial to make em even lighter
     
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    My 74 V8 3 speed with the big bumpers still on it weighed-in at 3280.

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    with a 500 2 barrel and hard tires I experience a little lack of traction, but not too bad.
     

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