Disk swap 85-69

[chip46wis]

Ok--I am swapping disk from a 85 1/2 2wheel to my 69 2 wheel that had drums.I see a huge difference in the size of the lower A-frames and upon closer inspection the (control?) tubes from the 85 are not real good shape.Can I use the 69 A frames with the 85 spindle and new ball joints for the 85 type? I see differences in the upper a arm where it mounts to the bolts in the frame as in the factory spacer is completly different---SO i want to keep it simple with the 69 a frames and the 85 spindle---HELP please

[Orange70chevy]

Just change your ball joint to the 85 style and everything will bolt right up

[chip46wis]

Thank you so much orange70chevy i am going right now to pick up the 85 ball joints-----lower and upper-AGAIN-THANK YOU ALL-fantastic group here-before I leave I am making a contribution to support this board----very well deserved and appreciated

[69 longhorn]

you will need the later tierod assys(innners,outers, & sleeves), & the centerlink also. You may also find that differences in steering stops will shorten your turning radius.....no biggie tho, a little session with a grinder will take care of that L

[chip46wis]

Thank you longhorn,I am planning to use the 85 steering linkage and steering box also. Thank you both very much.