02-26-2017, 10:10 PM | #1 |
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Drop spindle install
I am getting ready to install my cpp drop spindles on my 1960 suburban. I've watched a few videos and it appears some applications the ball joints get taken out, others they don't. Do I need to remove them on my '60? They look to be riveted in, so they may be original, from what I can tell they seem ok so I hate to replace if I don't have to.
Any pointers here? Does the control arm drop once the ball joints are loose or not? Amazingly enough I've never removed a spindle before. Again, I realize I might kick myself for not replacing, but as I'm sure everyone is aware, they aren't cheap. Now, if I do replace where's the place to buy them? LMC carries them, but no idea on quality. Thanks |
02-26-2017, 11:27 PM | #2 |
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Re: Drop spindle install
I just installed a set of spindles from performance online and they used 73-87 ball joints. I think the CPP work the same but could be wrong.
I fought the lowers for hours and finally just cut them off leaving a piece in the old spindle. Yours may not be as hard to get out especially if you have a way to heat them up. Either way I would replace the ball joints, you're already there and they don't cost much You can also borrow the ball joint tool from Autozone if there's one near you. |
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ACTUALLY! On a '60 front end they are on the expensive side. LMC has the upper at $59.95 each and the lower at $99.25 each. Unless there is a cheaper way to buy them. I'm still debating just biting the bullet. I know a lot of people warned of that when I decided to stick with the original front end, so I'll own it, but I couldn't justify $400 for a newer style front end and that's what the local salvage is wanting and I'd still be replacing parts I'm certain! I'll Edit and say O'reilly's wants $252 for the lower and $95 for the upper. EACH!!! But if I look online I might have found them cheaper if the upper is indeed K680. Not having the luck on the lower joints, but I did find a place called A-Resto-Parts and they have a new c10 front end suspension rebuild kit for $249.99+ $23.50 shipping and it seems to included all four ball joints, and the left and right tie rod parts. No clue on their quality though. Last edited by MASTERBrian; 02-26-2017 at 11:43 PM. |
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The first step would be to find out what ball joints the spindles take. The 73-87 are way cheaper.
Do your spindles have a part number on them ? |
02-26-2017, 11:52 PM | #5 |
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Here's all 4 ball joints for $180
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1960-1961-19...VYL~CI&vxp=mtr Those 60 ball joints are expensive, but I would still replace them |
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It'd be awesome if I could go with the cheaper ones. |
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02-27-2017, 12:42 AM | #7 |
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If the spindles are CP4S1 (which they should be) they use the stock 1960 ball joints.
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02-27-2017, 12:46 AM | #8 |
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Thanks. I'll check tomorrow.
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02-27-2017, 12:55 PM | #9 |
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Mine are CP4S4 R
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02-27-2017, 01:30 PM | #10 |
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Well, just spoke with CPP and it appears Summit messed up and sent me the wrong parts. Glad I asked about the install now, I'd probably sitting here scratching my head if/when things didn't work out.
I also found that they sell a complete front end kit for just over $300, so that's not too bad for all new parts!! |
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Well it's good you found out before you tried to install them.
$300 for the front end parts doesn't seem too bad. On my previous project I tried to be cheap on everything and now I've done some things 2 or 3 times. I would just do it all at once, even if you have to wait for funds to allow it. I think you will be much happier with the result. |
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The worst thing is they are saying the parts for both the spindles and the front end kit won't be available to ship until 4/4....OUCH!!
I have also been waiting to figure out what to do about the Master/booster until the engine goes in, but it's the same 4/4 ship date. Wasn't planning on spending this much, but it will be nice that this portion of the build will be done and done correctly. I just hope the rear end isn't the same story!! |
02-27-2017, 04:13 PM | #13 |
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Maybe you can return the spindles and try a different supplier.
Also, for the booster and MC, Captinfab on here makes a bracket then you can use an off the shelf booster and MC. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=357542 You may want to post in the 60-66 section to see if anyone knows of a good source for the '60 front end parts. My suburban is a '64 so I'm not that familiar with them |
02-27-2017, 06:31 PM | #14 |
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If I'm honest, a few weeks won't set me back too much to hit my goals, so for now I'll stay with what I have.
For the booster/MC, I have CaptinFab's bracket on my truck and I'll likely go off the shelf, but to be honest, they aren't that much cheaper than buying CCP kit. |
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Also, the local store may be easier to deal with on returns or warranty issues. If you do order one you might try this place. http://piratejack.net/ |
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