[hwysong1]

I have the UMI Non-adjustable control arm kit, I just attempted the install and have an issue! The lower UMI arms are 4 inches shorter (hole center to hole center) the factory. After install the pinyon angle is -6 degrees, and i think the rear end has moved about an inch closer to the front of the wheel opening. With the car on the lift the tires allomst touch the front of the wheel opening. This is on a 67 Chevelle convertible. Any advice, do i have a problem, are the lower arms to short?

 

[elsolo]

Sounds like you got shipped the wrong part number.
The UMI arms I bought were right-on.
Contact them with the center-to-center measurements.

 

[hwysong1]

Thats what thinking. The paperwork clearly say's 64 to 72 GM A Body Lower Control Arms. But that doesn't mean a lot.

 

[proex339]

I just ordered new lowers from UMI. I was told that they alter nothing, true bolt in leaving all geometry as is. And i did ask about it on here prior to ordering. That said I agree with kory you must of had wrong part shipped.

 

[UMI Tech]

I have the UMI Non-adjustable control arm kit, I just attempted the install and have an issue! The lower UMI arms are 4 inches shorter (hole center to hole center) the factory. After install the pinyon angle is -6 degrees, and i think the rear end has moved about an inch closer to the front of the wheel opening. With the car on the lift the tires allomst touch the front of the wheel opening. This is on a 67 Chevelle convertible. Any advice, do i have a problem, are the lower arms to short?

Good morning and sorry for the trouble.

Your arms should be 22" center to center. If they're G-body or F-body arms, they'll be 19-1/4" C to C and of course we'll take care of that immediately.

You can email me directly at [email protected] or call 814-343-6315 for help.

thanks

ramey

 

[hwysong1]

Just emailed and spoke to Ramey at UMI, great customer service!! I do have the wrong part but they are shiping ASAP the correct part!!!! If you have any question on where to get your suspension parts I would recommend UMI! A small bump in the road but was quickly taken care of!! Thank you ramey.

 

[bucks72]

They accidently sent me the wrong bushings, and after talking to Ramey had them the next morning. Hard to beat their service.