Tubular A arm help! [Archive]

yownhouse

01-13-2010, 07:36 PM

Hi guys I have a little problem and my research is failing me so I am hoping to turn to the experienced experts opinions. Me and my dad are putting together a PT RS/SS bbc '69 camaro and from research we decided not to go with the 2" drop spindles but to go with the tubular A arms.

First off any advice or opinions on tubular A arms compared to anything else? We are only going straight down a drag strip in this car and a cruiser on occasions.

Secondly, we are looking for recommendations for brands of the tubular A arms. Definitely don't want to skimp on the suspension so we are looking for a good suspension that will keep us safe and mostly problem free.

Thanks in advance this pro-touring forum is really growing on me and the help/advice people give on here is simply amazing!

shep

01-13-2010, 07:48 PM

Call Marcus at SC&C

Lowend

01-13-2010, 08:09 PM

I think SC&C has a great product. But if you are looking for a true "fire & forget" a non-adjustable a-arm may be a better bet.
Global West's units are really nice, are non-adj and have a really great bushing in the Del-A-Lum setup

wmhjr

01-13-2010, 08:37 PM

Non adjustables still require adjustment. They simply must use shims to do it because they have no other way. There's no such thing as "fire and forget" as far as I'm concerned if you really want your front end aligned.

Lowend

01-13-2010, 09:03 PM

Well yes - any time you change front suspension components you need to align the front end

ProdigyCustoms

01-14-2010, 06:45 AM

We sell 5 different brands of control arms.

Speedtech is the best bang for the buck. Great quality arm at a great price. $499

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Hotchkis has modified their pricing now and is a VERY close second in value for a great arm. $528

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1968Maro

01-14-2010, 07:32 AM

Frank,

If money wasn't an issue would you go with the Speed Tech or the Hotchkis?

If you ever plan on upgrading more you should also think about what gives you the flexability to put a ATS spindle in the car or convert to coil over shocks.....

Trust me, there is no such thing as done with these cars.

ProdigyCustoms

01-14-2010, 08:08 AM

The Speedtech Arm leaves nothing on the table at any price. I love the quality and polished cross shaft.

PRRC

01-14-2010, 09:09 AM

Well sell serveral differant lines of suspention parts as well. As mentioned above Speed Tech is a great Choice.
We have them on our web site. Your just a chick away from having control arms or a complete package from Speed Tech.
Tim