Sal's '55 Chevy "Public Disturbance"

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Originally Posted by Sal's '55 Chevy

i pulled the motor out and been looking to see whats the best option for my truck a IFS mustang II suspension or putting a camaro clip on it. I have heard the mustang II does not do well on the highway. Has anyone heard of anything bad as far as any of these options? I want your votes that would be helpful....

Hey Sal,

I have been installing mustang 2 suspension for years and never had an issue with how they ride. I use Heidts or TCI units. Now I have a friend who has a Mustang 2 from a Mustang 2 donor car and I don't like the way it rides and that could be what people are talking about. I think its the installation because my brother did one back in the day and the ride was fine.

I do believe there are better options with aftermarket suspensions like your Scotts IFS, No limit IFS, Heidts Superride, The higher end TCI stuff, etc. The mustang 2 was in my budget so I went that route. If I was to do it again I would lean towards one of the above or just do a Flatout Engineering crossmember with the corvette components. Reason? I like the upper a arms design better on those units, but thats just me.

Now as for donor cars you can't go wrong with a GM Clip. If it is installed right its completely safe and rides great and its been done for years with great results. I personally prefer the 78-88 Monte Carlo for 55-59 trucks because the track width is not as wide as the Carmaro but the Carmaro/Firebird clip is more commonly used. I still install clips on people rides and a lot of guys I know still prefer them.

Its all about choices there is no right are wrong. It's all about what you really want and can afford. I hope this helps a little in your decision making.