2 questions about rear coilover mounts

[driftinblzr]

Hey All,

I'm thinking of switching to a 3-link from a leaf spring rear suspension for my Blazer.

First question) Which is the preferable way to mount the coilovers? Option A (bolts perpendicular to axle tube) or Option B (bolts parallel to axle tube)?

I assume on a street car Option A would allow more suspension travel with less bind during cornering compared to Option B.

Option A...


Option B...


Second question) Does anyone know or can get the dimension from the axle C/L to the C/L of the lower shock mounting bolt? I e-mailed Comp. Engineering and haven't received a response in the several days since I sent it.

Thanks for any input.

Later, Doug