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Old May 7th, 2022, 06:31 AM
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Pics of 70 riding alittle high in the rear?


How she look?
Maybe raise front? Dont wanna look like im 4 wheeler tho
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It could come down a smidge,, but not stinkbug offensive. New springs? It will drop a little as it settles.
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I agree with ^^^^^^^
Beautiful car. Wheel and tire combo are perfect IMO. What color code is the paint?
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I like it.
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Old May 7th, 2022, 09:28 AM
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I agree, new springs will settle a bit over time. It looks good the way it is now, and a little lower in back after the springs settle would still look good.
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I agree. The profile looks great as is. Not only will the rear springs settle a little bit, should you put any weight in the rear seat or trunk you'll find the stance is ideal. Very nice red-stripes, as well.
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Looks good to me, as others said they will settle a little.
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Old May 7th, 2022, 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Cincinnati Rick
I agree with ^^^^^^^
Beautiful car. Wheel and tire combo are perfect IMO. What color code is the paint?
code 58 Burnished Gold orig color
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So dont do New front springs?
Rears have been done
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Old May 7th, 2022, 12:09 PM
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I installed Moog 5536 fronts and the car sat the same height as the 45 year old originals.




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Old May 7th, 2022, 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by JOHNNYOLDS442
So dont do New front springs?
Rears have been done
Well, having the right height is one thing, but having/getting the correct suspension ride is what you're really after I would argue. Even old dead mushy springs can remain at good ride height but feel like slushy marshmallows when driving.
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Old May 7th, 2022, 12:22 PM
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I installed UMI Performance 1967-1972 GM A-Body Factory Height Spring Set. They sell the fronts separately. Ride height came out spot-on.

Winter Project - '71 CS Suspension



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I think the stance looks very very nice. Gold Color with the "red lines" is great.
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Beautiful car and I think it sits perfectly. What wheels do you have?
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Originally Posted by GN1220
Beautiful car and I think it sits perfectly. What wheels do you have?
those are 15x7 replicas don't remember brand
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Old December 19th, 2022, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by JOHNNYOLDS442
those are 15x7 replicas don't remember brand
They look like Wheel Vintiques brand. I bought mine from Summit.
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Originally Posted by Vintage Chief
I installed UMI Performance 1967-1972 GM A-Body Factory Height Spring Set. They sell the fronts separately. Ride height came out spot-on.
I like the look, but it seems higher than factory.
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Old December 19th, 2022, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by BangScreech4-4-2
I like the look, but it seems higher than factory.
It may be, what's factory with bias-ply on 14" wheels - 9" or something, maybe? I have 15" wheels.

EDIT: Tires: BFG P245/60R15 100S M+S
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Old December 19th, 2022, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by BangScreech4-4-2
I like the look, but it seems higher than factory.
Yes, a bit higher than factory spec. I have the same size wheels / tires with FE2 springs and mine sits lower:
Front = 8 1/2"
Rear = 9 3/8"




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Measurements of my '71 CS.
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Old December 19th, 2022, 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Fun71
Yes, a bit higher than factory spec.
Nothing a couple 80# bags of concrete duct-taped over each fender well all around couldn't fix.
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The OP code 58 car is VERY SHARP.
Just the thin stripes nothing eles...love it!
Dog dishes on widened steelies perhaps?
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Maybe a little proud on the backside, but I’d give it a while to settle down before I tear back into it. Sharp ride.
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Old December 20th, 2022, 05:41 PM
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Uh, I think Johnny sold that car a while back. He is now looking for another one.
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Originally Posted by Fun71
Uh, I think Johnny sold that car a while back. He is now looking for another one.
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Originally Posted by Fun71
Uh, I think Johnny sold that car a while back. He is now looking for another one.
Unfortunate. I hope that he has a bigger prize in his crosshairs. Thank you for the update.
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Originally Posted by Funkwagon455
Unfortunate. I hope that he has a bigger prize in his crosshairs. Thank you for the update.
on the Hunt! Was thinking about that pace car for now
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