New to Hydro's - Help

pugsly1479 · 07-01-2004, 05:06 PM

I just ordered the Science of Hydrualic Suspension to get the basics down. I have had a 1964 Buick Wildcat for six years and have been dying to get it on three wheels. It has an origanl 401 cu. in. that has been rebuilt, an origanal interior that is mint, and is a paint job and rims away from perfection. I finally got the money and I'm ready to begin. I was wondering if anybody had reccommnedations on the type of set-up (2 or 4 pumps) , how many batteries needed and which brand of pumps/parts are the best. I'm not looking to do seroius hopping, basically some cruising, but wouldn't mind having some overkill just in case. I was wondering if anyone knows a good hydro shop within a couple of hours of Tampa, FL and if anyone had a ball park range of what it will cost for a set-up including installation. Do you have to do frame reinforcemnt and how much does this cost. What about any good paint shops in the area? Thanks for any info you can provide and I look foward to finally bounce! I will post pictures as soon as I can figure out how, I'm not to computer savy.

Lowridingmike · 07-05-2004, 12:19 AM

I'd say 3500 at the most for what you want. maybe 3 pumps quite a bit of reinforcements but now a wrapped frame, bout 8 to 12 batteries. I really doesn't matter which brand either cause they bout all the same. I don't know bout the shop... It's be able to stand 3 wheel and do quite a few moves with a quickness and would be cool. Sorry if it wasn't quite what ya wanted or expected.. Good luck!

rlowride · 07-05-2004, 07:00 AM

North Tampa Customs...

also, to get intouch with all the people you need to be in ouch with....

Go to this show..

ROCKIN THE BELLES

sUNDAY aUGUST 29TH, 2004

CENTRAL FLORIDA FAIRGROUNDS
Show is 10 am to 4 pm..
rain or Shine...

everyone you will need to know in Central Florida will be at this show
All the Major Car Clubs will be represented and you will find all the help you need with your car!

pugsly1479 · 07-09-2004, 11:46 PM

I will be in touch with North Tampa Customs tommarow and will attend the show. I appreciate you guys in helping out a beggininer. Best of luck with you whips !!!!

pugsly1479 · 07-12-2004, 02:34 PM

Hey rlowride .... the listed phone number for North Tampa Customs has been disconnected .... do you know if they changed names or closed down? If so do you know any other shops if FL ... Thanks

rlowride · 07-12-2004, 05:48 PM

no man, i sure dont.. i havent been by there in awhile...

just hit up the show... bout the best i can come up with right now?

07-01-2004, 05:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
pugsly1479 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 4	New to Hydro's - Help I just ordered the Science of Hydrualic Suspension to get the basics down. I have had a 1964 Buick Wildcat for six years and have been dying to get it on three wheels. It has an origanl 401 cu. in. that has been rebuilt, an origanal interior that is mint, and is a paint job and rims away from perfection. I finally got the money and I'm ready to begin. I was wondering if anybody had reccommnedations on the type of set-up (2 or 4 pumps) , how many batteries needed and which brand of pumps/parts are the best. I'm not looking to do seroius hopping, basically some cruising, but wouldn't mind having some overkill just in case. I was wondering if anyone knows a good hydro shop within a couple of hours of Tampa, FL and if anyone had a ball park range of what it will cost for a set-up including installation. Do you have to do frame reinforcemnt and how much does this cost. What about any good paint shops in the area? Thanks for any info you can provide and I look foward to finally bounce! I will post pictures as soon as I can figure out how, I'm not to computer savy.

07-09-2004, 11:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
pugsly1479 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 4	Thanks for the info I will be in touch with North Tampa Customs tommarow and will attend the show. I appreciate you guys in helping out a beggininer. Best of luck with you whips !!!!

07-12-2004, 02:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
pugsly1479 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 4	Quick Question? Hey rlowride .... the listed phone number for North Tampa Customs has been disconnected .... do you know if they changed names or closed down? If so do you know any other shops if FL ... Thanks

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads for: New to Hydro's - Help
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
SECRETS??	juicedkandy	Lowrider Bikes & Model Cars	14	01-31-2003 08:49 PM
Hydro's	Hangman	Hydraulics & Suspensions	9	07-10-2002 11:13 AM

07-05-2004, 12:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
Lowridingmike Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Chicago, Il Posts: 566	I'd say 3500 at the most for what you want. maybe 3 pumps quite a bit of reinforcements but now a wrapped frame, bout 8 to 12 batteries. I really doesn't matter which brand either cause they bout all the same. I don't know bout the shop... It's be able to stand 3 wheel and do quite a few moves with a quickness and would be cool. Sorry if it wasn't quite what ya wanted or expected.. Good luck!

07-05-2004, 07:00 AM	#3 (permalink)
rlowride UnitedRidaz C.C. Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Giant sink hole in FLA. Posts: 2,962	North Tampa Customs... also, to get intouch with all the people you need to be in ouch with.... Go to this show.. ROCKIN THE BELLES sUNDAY aUGUST 29TH, 2004 CENTRAL FLORIDA FAIRGROUNDS Show is 10 am to 4 pm.. rain or Shine... everyone you will need to know in Central Florida will be at this show All the Major Car Clubs will be represented and you will find all the help you need with your car!

07-12-2004, 05:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
rlowride UnitedRidaz C.C. Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Giant sink hole in FLA. Posts: 2,962	no man, i sure dont.. i havent been by there in awhile... just hit up the show... bout the best i can come up with right now?