1966 GTO A-BODY Spindle question

[robbie9999]

Hi Guys need help and opinion :



I am not looking to drop the car more than two inches all around if that from original height (adjustable height with Qa1 on all corners) it is better to buy the original spindles and then adjust, or get 2 inch dropped spindles ? is the camber really affect that much if I adjust the car down with the qa1 ?

[exwestracer]

From stock height, I would have a close look at the effective angle of the lower control arm (ball joint center to mounting bolt) and then lower the car with what ever method gets the lower arm closest to being level to the ground. Keep in mind, we are not talking about the actual top surface of the arm itself. The ball joint pivot and front mounting bolt centers should measure the same height from the ground. Make sure the front tires are pointed straight ahead when taking these measurements. If you need to drop the chassis to get there (most likely), go with stock spindles and lower the suspension. However, if your 2" drop will take the arm PAST level (mounts closer to the ground) I would go with the drop spindle.

Just FYI, the drop spindle will likely require a larger than stock wheel diameter.

[Classic Nova & Performance]

As Ray stated, depending on the current geometry of the front suspension the answer could vary. If the control arms are parallel to the ground currently you will want to go with drop spindles vs dropping with the QA1's.

Walt

[robbie9999]

Thanks Walt - I ordered new spindles today they are stock, thought process, lower car two inches max ! and then get the car aligned. this way camber will not be really affected if any at all ...