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08-28-2014, 01:14 PM | #1 |
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Coil Spring rear on 85'
Has anyone on here ever used the truck arm conversion on their square from CPP? I am in the process of installing mine and was just wondering if anyone has done it, and what they thought about it?
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08-28-2014, 01:56 PM | #2 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Any pics of the kit? thinking of doing this also
http://www.classictrucks.com/tech/13...trailing_arms/ |
08-29-2014, 03:06 AM | #3 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Can't give you thoughts as I too am in the installing process, but am interested if anyone chimes in.
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08-30-2014, 12:15 AM | #4 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
I looked at the post and at the attached article and am asking myself why would you install this?
You aren't any lower than a axle over flip? It is not as adjustable as a four link? You still aren't going to turn your square body into a road hugging pro touring machine with this kit. I don't get it? Chevy kept this technology in there g body's into the 80's. Every heard of the the term "G Body Shuffle" it is not a good thing just my 0.02. The old NASCAR reference I am not buying it. When was the last time your square body went over 50 mph for more than 10 minutes? IMO spend your money on a good four link if that is what you want. |
08-30-2014, 12:37 AM | #5 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Coil spring rear offers a much better ride than leafs.
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08-30-2014, 07:19 AM | #6 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Especially with those long control arms. I don't think any expensive 4 link could compare in ride quality. I have always wanted to do this to a car.
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08-30-2014, 08:04 AM | #7 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Post up some pictures during your install. I'm in the middle of putting a porterbuilt conversion on mine. I might can help some but not if its a specific question about that kit.
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
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An I thought G-bodys had a triangulated four link with stamped steel arms? Not the same animal at all. I drive my truck alot it spends most of its time over 50 mph unless I'm in town....
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08-30-2014, 10:03 AM | #9 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
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09-03-2014, 09:32 AM | #10 |
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Re: Coil Spring rear on 85'
Currently, I have the C-notches installed, shock crossmember installed, I am going to get the trailing arm crossmember installed this coming weekend....Hopefully...LOL
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