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Old 06-27-2009, 07:23 PM
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Default Steering Box/Suspension ?s

I'm very new to the site and don't know a great deal about suspension/steering components. I have a 69 camaro with a stock subframe. I plan on using GW ca with the coilover setup. By doing a little research it seems that the ATS 670 steering box is the way to go. I just want to confirm that before I buy. I also need some input on what coilover setup to run (Reasonably Priced). Any tips/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to run a wider tire in the front than 245s...
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Old 06-28-2009, 10:11 AM
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It would depend a lot on the application, (what you intend to do with the car) wich products would be best for you. More info needed so people can help you better.
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Old 06-28-2009, 12:21 PM
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The car will be mainly street driven. I would like to do some occasional road racing with it as well.
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Old 06-28-2009, 01:25 PM
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Road racing on a closed track? Or open road racing like silver state? The speed of the car will help determine the steering ratio wich may also determine the box. I wanted to use the smaller 670 box, but the 800 had more room to play with the internals and to make a slower turning ratio for higher speeds.
I went through Mark at Savitske classic and custom. He sells both boxes and can help you with all your suspension needs as well.
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Old 06-28-2009, 03:40 PM
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As far as the road racing I'm not really sure what I want to get in to. And if I do, it will probably only be every once in a great while. My main desire is to set the car up for the street and windy roads. For now I'm just building up a 350. Hoping to get around 400-425hp so the car won't be going too fast yet. I still have to do the rear end and everything...I figured I'd start with the front suspension first.
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Old 06-28-2009, 08:55 PM
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Here is a couple examples of 1st gen camaros running larger than 245's on the front with a factory subframe.

http://www.geocities.com/casanoc/

https://lateral-g.net/forums/show...ct+1%2F2+track
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Thanks for the info Geoff.
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