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Oct 8, 2017 | 01:07 PM

clwi

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From: Vasteras, Sweden

Spreader bar

I am searching for a spreader bar for my 72 BB with VBP Performance plus suspension, VBP has one but need input, stock fan is out, using a spal electric fan.
Anyone done this?

Oct 8, 2017 | 06:23 PM

mrvette

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From: Orange Park Florida

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Originally Posted by clwi

I am searching for a spreader bar for my 72 BB with VBP Performance plus suspension, VBP has one but need input, stock fan is out, using a spal electric fan.
Anyone done this?

YUP, after wheels/tires and rack steering, it was a solid number 3 in the handling dept improvements.....even better than the plastic spring in rear, which is a HUGE improvement in the RIDE.....I have Bilstein sports on all 4 corners.....

Oct 8, 2017 | 08:41 PM

drwet

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From: Thunder Bay

I put one on my '79 a couple of years ago. Probably the best mod there is in terms of bang for the buck. I have the factory fan and there is plenty of room. Should be even better with your electric fan.

Oct 9, 2017 | 08:09 AM

Lobzila

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Here is a picture of my old Speed Direct Spreader bar in my big block 68 fitted with a Spal fan.
I changed over to a VB&P one I found on ebay but have not taken a picture of it yet.

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Oct 9, 2017 | 08:16 PM

jb78L-82

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One of the best mods for a handling improvement and its dirt cheap to buy for the improvement....................

Oct 10, 2017 | 11:14 AM

MIKE80

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From: East TN

Quote:

Originally Posted by clwi

I am searching for a spreader bar for my 72 BB with VBP Performance plus suspension, VBP has one but need input, stock fan is out, using a spal electric fan.
Anyone done this?

I did it, same setup on my 80, but with a small block.

Oct 12, 2017 | 11:21 PM

MN80Vette

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From: Columbus MN

Quote:

Originally Posted by clwi

I am searching for a spreader bar for my 72 BB with VBP Performance plus suspension, VBP has one but need input, stock fan is out, using a spal electric fan.
Anyone done this?

I agree with others, it's one of the best of many mods I've made, especially for the money. The front end of my '80 used to squeak and rattle a LOT, but not after I installed the VBP spreader bar (with electric fans).

Last edited by MN80Vette; Oct 12, 2017 at 11:22 PM.

Oct 12, 2017 | 11:31 PM

ronarndt

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From: Catlett VA

I agree with the others this is a good upgrade. I fabricated a brace with angle iron welded to make the brackets to fasten on the A-arm bolts and heim joints and tie rod bought for about $20. I have the stock fan removed from my 68 BB and have electric fan with lots of room for the bar.

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Oct 13, 2017 | 12:23 PM

OldCarBum

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From: Napa Valley California

I just purchased one for my 73 BB through Van Steel. Nice set up. They advised it is a must to improve handling.

Oct 15, 2017 | 11:43 AM

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rosslato

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From: westland mi

Made a custom Bracket out of Aluminum for mine.

Oct 15, 2017 | 04:12 PM

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Richard454

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Made a custom Bracket out of Aluminum for mine.

HA- had to put on my sunglasses to view yours- nice job!!!!

Really easy to make your own-

I used a Panhard bar from Speedway motors - on their 'Garage sale"- like $50 as needed a curved bar to clear my dry sump pump.

Some angle iron, bolts and a can of spray paint-

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