Odd question here- need some parts interchange help

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Old Oct 28, 2015 | 12:50 PM
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Odd question here- need some parts interchange help

Guys:

I sold my 65 Cutlass F-85 to a guy in Switzerland. I upgraded the suspension to tubular control arms and disc brakes from the old setup.

He's contacted me that he ran into trouble with the DMV there. They're asking him to put back the car to stock.

I've been directing him to OPGI and such, but he's located a 65 Dynamic 88 chassis. Will the suspension arms front and rear fit the cutlass? They look identical to me, but I will defer to the experts. Thanks.

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Old Oct 28, 2015 | 01:05 PM
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IDK about interchange info but you may advise him to get in contact w other american car owners over there, they may have a club and can offer insights into the inspection process
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by gus91326
but he's located a 65 Dynamic 88 chassis. Will the suspension arms front and rear fit the cutlass? They look identical to me, but I will defer to the experts. Thanks.

Gus
Not even close.
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 08:16 PM
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I think any A body control arms from 64-72 will work
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 08:19 PM
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I think any A body control arms from 64-72 will work
Yes, however there were variations in the control arm bushings over the years. Round vs. oval, for example.
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 08:55 PM
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You need A body parts to do it. That is a B body if I remember right and it will not fit. I can do all you need to make it stock again

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