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cryfreedom949
07-05-2010, 06:14 PM
I'm working on a '64 Cutlass. Front Set-up is as follows: QA1 Dual adjustable coilovers (DGMP3350-1 ), 1.25" front sway bar from Original Parts Group, Inc., upper and lower tubular control arms from KMJ Performance, Full Disc brake set-up with 11" rotors and 2" drop spindles from Right Stuff (via Matt's Classic Bowties), 15"x7" Olds Super stock wheels with 235/60/15 all the way around. Had to roll the lip to gain enough clearance turning lock to lock without weight on front end, however the car on the ground is too low and cannot turn. I'm not sure if the coilovers are too weak, spindle is too low, or if my wheels might be the problem. I have no idea where to go. Thank you for any help,
Brandon

ArtosDracon
07-05-2010, 10:33 PM
350lb/in springs on the front are problem #1. If it's a small block car and you want it to handle I would say 450 is the bare minimum, if it's a big block then 550 would be my reccomendation.

What have you done in the rear? It's 90% as important as the front IMHO.

cryfreedom949
07-06-2010, 03:28 PM
I've ordered the 450# springs. The guys over at Jeg's were misinformed after double checking with them on the right part. When first talking to QA1 Sales Dept, they said their coilovers weren't recommended for the car (probably reading from small list of approved vehicles). KMJ said for some reason, using their control arms lowers the car another 1" when used with coilovers. Spindles may need to be taken back to stock height as well...??

In the rear, I have the C3FAB tubular adjustable arms and still need to figure what springs/shocks to put in back. 1" Rear sway bar added as well.

So- anyone have some new stock height spindles I can trade for new 2" drop spindles (installed but never used)???