Drop Spring or Coil Overs?

[tonyvol]

Hey guys, I wanted to get your take on which is a better set up. I'm looking to drop the front of my 67 camaro around 2 inches and wanted to see if going with a Hotchkis 2 in. drop spring with adjustable shocks or would a coil over set up be better? I was looking at the Pro Touring package Speed Tech sells for coil overs. I don't really want to modify my subframe any.

http://www.speedtechperformance.com/...rod/prd131.htm

Thanks,
Tony

[wmhjr]

First, I'd use the search function about this subject.



Second, I'd ask why you're lowering the front. Is it for handling performance? If so, what you should be asking about is improving geometry overall, and not just dropping the front - in which case there are other options you should also be considering in conjuction.

[Bryce]

Good answer!

First, I'd use the search function about this subject.

Second, I'd ask why you're lowering the front. Is it for handling performance? If so, what you should be asking about is improving geometry overall, and not just dropping the front - in which case there are other options you should also be considering in conjuction.

[tonyvol]

Good answer!

Yeah, I'll second that.

[Hotchkis]

Hey guys, I wanted to get your take on which is a better set up. I'm looking to drop the front of my 67 camaro around 2 inches and wanted to see if going with a Hotchkis 2 in. drop spring with adjustable shocks or would a coil over set up be better? I was looking at the Pro Touring package Speed Tech sells for coil overs. I don't really want to modify my subframe any.

http://www.speedtechperformance.com/...rod/prd131.htm

Thanks,
Tony

Tony – If you’re only looking to lower your Camaro 2 inches, springs would be a good way to do it. Before purchasing any coilover setup for a first gen Camaro, consult with the company and tell them how much you want to lower your car. Some of these kits are designed to lower your car 2 inches or less, which will leave you wanting more out of your purchase.

If you’re looking for improved suspension geometry (along with lowering your Camaro) you will need to install more than just springs. Lowering the stock F-body suspension will not correct geometry deficiencies.

If you’re looking at control arms and want to lower your car while improving driving performance while not modifying your frame, take a look at these Hotchkis suspension parts: tubular upper control arms, taller ball joints, 2 inch drop springs, HPS-1000 shocks, and a front sway bar.

The combination of the improved geometry of our upper control arms and the taller ball joint will give you a better caster adjustment and camber curve with without modifying the frame.