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CruizinKev
03-28-2010, 06:36 AM
You know I'm rebuilding my 79 MC frame off.

I'll reweld and box the frame, along with TNTraceshop upper & lower rear control arm reinforcement (http://tntraceshop.com/g-body_braces.html).
I'm also looking for some Bilstein shocks, with OPGI 3" lowering springs front and 2" rear.
At the moment I'm looking at Hotchkis products:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/hsschestr001_w_m-1.jpg hotchkis steering rebuild kit (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HSS-CHESTR011/)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/hss2201_w_m-1.jpg hotchkis swaybar set (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HSS-2201/)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/hss1802_w_m-1.jpg hotchkis rear suspension package (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HSS-1802/)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/ens34141g_m-1.jpg poly body bushings (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ENS-3-4141G/)

Also looking for SC&C Stage II front kit.

What do you think?
Tony_SS
03-28-2010, 10:01 AM
If you go with a Stage II, go with the 2" drop springs from OPG since the Stage II will drop it about .75".

And IMO I would do Moog front end parts, no need to burn extra $$ for standard front end parts. The hex toe adj sleeves are nice though. They can be bought separate.

Otherwise sounds good!
mm065
03-28-2010, 01:44 PM
I built a '79 Malibu with the same idea in mind. I used all the same stuff and it worked out great. I used the Hotchkis tubular upper control arms which adapted taller 2nd gen camaro spindles with bigger brakes, which also gave the right camber curve. Urethane lower control arm bushings too. I used the Hotchkis springs at all corners. The car really handled well and surprised many at the auto cross.
CruizinKev
03-28-2010, 08:33 PM
what about adjustable rear upper arms? do I need them with the 2" rear lowering?
Tony_SS
03-29-2010, 09:22 AM
I didn't need them... my pinion angle "looks" correct and certainly doesnt vibrate or 'hop' at all. But mine is just a Joe-Tour so it is what it is.
CruizinKev
04-21-2010, 10:50 AM
If you go with a Stage II, go with the 2" drop springs from OPG since the Stage II will drop it about .75".
what did you use for your monte? 3" and SC&C stage II?
Tony_SS
04-21-2010, 11:42 AM
I used 3" opg drop springs and a Stage I (tall upper, standard lower) and I was able to use the 'street' alignment spec supplied.