Upstate 442

Anyone know who makes this?

joe_padavano

Maybe if you attached a smaller photo? Seriously, a better photo, and pa picture of the shaft end of the arm would help you get a useful answer.

Upstate 442

Updated photo

joe_padavano

Again, it would help to see what the shaft looks like.

joe_padavano

They are similar to but not exactly the same as Hotchkis 1103C.

Vintage Chief

Similar....
https://switchsuspension.com/oldsmob...part-11223699/

Upstate 442

Thanks for the replies. Will post pic of the shaft.

joe_padavano

They might be an older version of the Hotchkis arms.

Vintage Chief

^x2^
I thought same.
Call Hotchkis. 1.877.466.7655

Upstate 442

Thank you! Will do.

therobski

I'm guessing -these Hotchkis parts are about 10 years old now give or take. This may give a clue- but take note these control arms are a tall spindle ( B-spindle) upgrade. The steel used in Hotchkis parts are real beefy and heavy compared to whats out there.

Upstate 442

Just got off the phone with Hotchkis. They confirmed that the arms are theirs and approximately 15 years old. They still support their product and have parts available.
They also indicated that these were in fact the "B-body" arms that were commonly used on "A-bodies" for larger brake applications. Also require a 2nd Gen Camaro outer tie rod end. Super nice people at Hotchkis!
Thanks for all the help!

therobski

They are great people to work with. I used later GM parts- Z28 1LE rotors, Caprice calipers, B-spindles came from a Buick Estate wagon, tie rod ends from Buick GN. This conversion has had some of articles written about it but since then you have more choices in the aftermarket. I wanted as many GM parts as I could use on the conversion.

Upstate 442

You're absolutely correct, they are great people! Also, thanks for your input as is extremely helpful. Again, thank you therobski!

therobski

Yes sir...