Yep, going from B-spindles to AFX spindles lowered my car 5/8" in the front with no other changes, I would expect yours changed the same amount as we made the exact same swap.
Is there any provision for spring spacers in the Hotchkis lower arms? For my GW arms a few years ago I machined aluminum spacers to fit between the spring nest and the urethane spring isolator. A 1/2" spacer will bring the front ride height up 1"... if you can do it it would be cheaper & easier than getting new springs and having them powdercoated.
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1969 Chevelle
Old setup: Procharged/intercooled/EFI 353 SBC, TKO, ATS/SPC/Global West suspension, C6 brakes & hydroboost.
In progress: LS2, 3.0 Whipple, T56 Magnum, torque arm & watts link, Wilwood Aero6/4 brakes, Mk60 ABS, Vaporworx, floater 9" rear, etc.
Yep, going from B-spindles to AFX spindles lowered my car 5/8" in the front with no other changes, I would expect yours changed the same amount as we made the exact same swap.
Is there any provision for spring spacers in the Hotchkis lower arms? For my GW arms a few years ago I machined aluminum spacers to fit between the spring nest and the urethane spring isolator. A 1/2" spacer will bring the front ride height up 1"... if you can do it it would be cheaper & easier than getting new springs and having them powdercoated.
they have their shims in there, which gets it back to a stock lca height. I ordered some bb springs as they're only a bit stiffer (580#/in vs 500#/in) and are taller so I can get them where they need to be. That's tomorrows project along with a complete re-alignment.
well, finished up everything except the springs, so I moved the car out of the shop under it's own power for the first time. Took a few pics, not good lighting, but figured I'd share anyway. I promise to get better ones in the next few days.
Love the new wheels....hell I love the whole damn car! Thanks for sharing all the outdoor pics! You did a great job with the car...have a great time on the Tour, you deserve it!!
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