installing upper control arm

[Stroker]

Here's another example of why you should take notes. Getting ready to install the upper control arm and I can't remember exactly where the convex spacer goes(looks like a thick washer dished on one side). Does it go behind the shim pack or between the shim pack and cross shaft.Thanks..Stroker

[VC57Bowtie]

goes shaft shims then the spacer

[This message has been edited by VC57Bowtie (edited April 27, 2002).]

[Fast68Chevy]

spacer goes back behind shim packs, closer to engine than the shim pack, i just glanced at the 71 to make sure, front clip is removed currently, if you need any details or measurements or anything at all lemme know i can measure on the 71, its stock and original and unmodified

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[This message has been edited by Fast68Chevy (edited April 27, 2002).]

[Stroker]

Thanks for the info guys.Anyone got any pointers for installing the front springs on a bare frame.I don't think there will be enough weight without a engine or body to use a jack to compress the spring.I'm guessing a spring compressor will be needed....Stroker

[mikegi]

stroker,i had the same problem with spring,i bolted a piece of angle iron on the concrete floor. next to each side of frame then put a 4x4 across frame with chain down to each angle iron,then used floor jack under lower A arm.sounds like alot of work,but worked slick for me.