C4 Suspension Components in a 1st Gen

[Beach Cruiser]

Steve,
Thanks for the info, I suspected that the coilover may be a problem with the WD setup, I noticed on several frame pics that the frames are notched in that area. Right now I have my outside dimensions on my frame at 35", but I may be able to move them in a bit more. I'm mock my engine back up with the headers to check clearence issues. My stock hubs measure 60". I was running 15x7 (Z-28) wheels with a 265 50 15 tire, This is almost the same size OD and Width as the 275 50 17's on my late model T/A, I had them inside the fender lip, but just barely. By my calcs, I need to pull the wheels in about 1 to 1.5 inches on each side to clear at all wheel travel positions. I want to run the same tire and wheel as my T/A, (also the same as my wife's vette), The stock offset on the wheels will do this for me. So I have the wheel/tire combo, I also have the coilovers but they came off a WD chassis, so I suspect I'm stuck with the 10" springs, but I can buy new ones.

I'm in the process now of doing the frame layout and the suspension dimensions. I would really like to talk to you about this offline of this forum. Can you PM me with a number and time, and I'll give you a ring.

Mills