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Originally Posted by Hotchkis
The build plan looks solid, and you'll be happy with the SBC springs, the Pontiac 350 and the stock iron Chevy 350 are similar in weight. If you want to go a little lower, the 3" spring works well. What is your current height on stock springs from the center of the wheel well opening to the ground? One thing people don't think about is 35 year old cars often have settled several inches over the years, so a 1.5" drop spring actually doesn't lower the car much if at all.
As for shocks, if you can swing it spend a few extra dollars and go for a true high-quality high-performance shock. You'll be glad you did. Our HPS1000 is made in Germany by Bilstein and valved to our specs, so its a great choice, but no matter which way you go avoid the over the counter auto parts store stuff.
Sounds like a really fun build, and '69 Firebirds are really cool looking cars you don't see as often. Post pics as you go forward with the project!
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How much lower would a SBC spring ride than the BBC spring and what is the spring rate differences? Is the 3" drop spring available for the SBC and BBC and what are the respective rates?
Thanks in advance for any clarification!