70chevellemalibu
Oct 1st, 06, 7:32 PM
as title says has anyone installed there set of either 2 inch or 3 inch front lowering springs? if so how is the ride? do you have any issues did u have to change anything or add anything. how was your wheel alignment?
thanks
Brettd85
Oct 1st, 06, 9:47 PM
It increases camber but alignment should hardly be affected.
I dont know about those springs, I just cut mine on my 68. Many people will tell you not to do this, but others disagree. Worked great for me. The ride is much nicer, still soft, but firm enough for a good handling setup. Check out my sig, I lowered it about 2.5 inches (didnt measure) by cutting 1.5 coils off. The rule of thumb is about 1 inch off the coil makes 2 inches lower car. Use a cut off wheel if you go down this route, not a gas torch.
70chevellemalibu
Oct 2nd, 06, 9:47 PM
wow russ that car is slammed i love it 3 inch coils all around? how was ur camber? ill be working with stock upper and lower a arms will i need to change them?
RussD
Oct 2nd, 06, 9:58 PM
Yes, 3" coils all the way around, increased handling, a lot less body roll and better road feel.
I don't know about the camber as I didn't align it. I just drove it to the shop and they were able to get it into spec.
I ran stock uppers and lowers for the last couple of years with these springs. I now have global west, but the car hasn't been driven with those ;) So, stockers should be great. I even had the straight crossshafts on the upper arms.