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WMSE
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BigBlockDart.Com
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has anyone done away with the torsion bars on an A-body and used coilover front shocks and what shocks did you use
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71 Pro Street
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The coil-overs that Bill sells are probably the best bang for your buck. If you do the conversion make sure to; 1. reinforce the bottom surface of the lower control arms with a plate that attaches the two pieces together, 2. it is also a good idea to drill and tap a 3/8" hole through the back of the pivot pin that rests in the control arm (where the torsion bar would slip into), then install a grade 8 bolt (2 1/2" worked for me) & hardened washer of the correct diameter and crank it down. That should stiffen up and strenghten the LCA a lot more.
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71 Pro Street
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I forgot to mention.......you'll need to use tubular upper control arms also to gain enough clearance for the coil-overs.
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abodyjoe
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don't forget to reinforce the upper shock mount too..
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