Full fenders or no fenders daily driver

[mikec4193]

HI Everyone

So as my build continues I have been having moments contemplating my future with this whole rat rod thing. I love the way these cars look and some of the stuff on here is just unbelievable. I love the old school look and the low crusty rusty patina with the bias ply wide white walls just looks great too but.
But like I said they look great....but from a practical stand point I work 2 jobs and have been since 1981 so my time is very very limited (no time for car shows or rat rod meets). So what I am thinking is how practical are these open wheel car/trucks with super low stances /radical suspensions/ chopped tops etc etc.....can you really use these vehicles for anything more than a car show toy?? Dont forget I live in upstate NY...we have 6 monthes of winter and then 5 monthes of rain after that...

I am actually thinking about selling or trading for a smelly old full fender vehicle/truck. Something more weather friendly. A "Tow Mater" type truck would be cool. Sanford and Son would be nice too.

Any insight would be great appreciated.
MikeC

 

[billy]

you need something that is useable in the real world.
get one with some clearance ,a heater and enough room to put stuff in.
BTW
i am taking my 27 pickup to work today
i have 6 1/2 inches of clearance
and
it is 17f outside right now.

 

[hankthebigdog]

My $.02 is to build something YOU want and is usable in your life. My driver on a pretty much daily basis is a 29 model A sedan. I am in OK and it is around 22 degrees this morning and I am toasty and lovin' it. I believe a Rat rod is to be functional first and foremost. Again, just my $.02.

 

[workin class]

I see your in upstate N.Y. you get the same weather as I do but you get lake affect snow. I would run fenders as I like driving more than cleaning and road spray gets every where.

 

[patina]

i assume your talkin about the jeep truck ?

and who says you have to make a bobber out of it ?

And if you like the tow truck look go for it.

Its your truck, build it the way you want.