I've been reading old posts on various upper A-Arms, tall ball joints, S-10 Blazer spindles & front brakes, etc.
Interested in beginning to collect the parts to upgrade my suspension. Currently I have Bell-Tech 2" dropped spindles & the original springs up front. One inch drop springs in the rear of unknown manufacture. 17" wheels. Parts & modifications should be suitable for daily driver reliability. Don't think the car will be hitting the track soon. Looking for great handling through the turns & freeway driving. Potential for a quick 60' would be a bonus. Usually prefer to over build somewhat for future upgrades.
So... What is the situation on the A-Arm cross-shaft bearings? Does Southside Machine have better bearings than the Speedway arms?
Is there a real problem due to no bump stops?
If I understand correctly, I need two of the 8" passenger side arms. Is this correct?
Are there other A-Arms that I should consider?
What is the brand & part number of the desirable tall ball joints? Where should I buy them?
What about the lower A-Arm bushings? Black urethane, or Delrin type?
I'm thinking of swapping out the 2" drop spindles for the Blazer spindle, bearings & brakes. Any tricks or advice there?
The Power-Master has been removed & now have vacuum assist brakes.
I have a set of Russel brand braided brake lines for G-Body. Will they work on the Blazer brake swap?
How about springs & shocks? Eibach lowering springs & Bilstiens?
I will also need to address the steering components. The column is a bit loose & the car has over 100K miles on it. I'm assuming that everything needs refreshing, replacement.
How about Anti Sway-Bars? Not very knowledgeable here.
I have the 2 X-braces behind the rear seat. I did have the 3 Kirban braces to triangulate the front-end, but I had to remove the frame rail to frame rail brace due to an RJC FMIC. I think the piece by SC&C looks real nice, but not sure it will clear the FMIC tubing.
I have not addressed the body bushings yet.
Of all the rear axle upper & lower control arms... What brand adjustable arms provide the most clearance, performance, reliability, ease of adjustment & value? What bushings should I use?
Is the Pro-Launch adjustable instant center kit something I should consider?
http://www.baselinesuspensions.com/kits/chevy.htm
What else am I missing?
Thank you.
PS. Does this sound like a sensible plan & parts selection?
Interested in beginning to collect the parts to upgrade my suspension. Currently I have Bell-Tech 2" dropped spindles & the original springs up front. One inch drop springs in the rear of unknown manufacture. 17" wheels. Parts & modifications should be suitable for daily driver reliability. Don't think the car will be hitting the track soon. Looking for great handling through the turns & freeway driving. Potential for a quick 60' would be a bonus. Usually prefer to over build somewhat for future upgrades.
So... What is the situation on the A-Arm cross-shaft bearings? Does Southside Machine have better bearings than the Speedway arms?
Is there a real problem due to no bump stops?
If I understand correctly, I need two of the 8" passenger side arms. Is this correct?
Are there other A-Arms that I should consider?
What is the brand & part number of the desirable tall ball joints? Where should I buy them?
What about the lower A-Arm bushings? Black urethane, or Delrin type?
I'm thinking of swapping out the 2" drop spindles for the Blazer spindle, bearings & brakes. Any tricks or advice there?
The Power-Master has been removed & now have vacuum assist brakes.
I have a set of Russel brand braided brake lines for G-Body. Will they work on the Blazer brake swap?
How about springs & shocks? Eibach lowering springs & Bilstiens?
I will also need to address the steering components. The column is a bit loose & the car has over 100K miles on it. I'm assuming that everything needs refreshing, replacement.
How about Anti Sway-Bars? Not very knowledgeable here.
I have the 2 X-braces behind the rear seat. I did have the 3 Kirban braces to triangulate the front-end, but I had to remove the frame rail to frame rail brace due to an RJC FMIC. I think the piece by SC&C looks real nice, but not sure it will clear the FMIC tubing.
I have not addressed the body bushings yet.
Of all the rear axle upper & lower control arms... What brand adjustable arms provide the most clearance, performance, reliability, ease of adjustment & value? What bushings should I use?
Is the Pro-Launch adjustable instant center kit something I should consider?
http://www.baselinesuspensions.com/kits/chevy.htm
What else am I missing?
Thank you.
PS. Does this sound like a sensible plan & parts selection?
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