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Darrin Christen 12-13-2007 08:20 PM

Front drive conversion project.
 
I would like some input on rear suspension choices for a super stock gt front drive conversion project. What are the pros and cons of a equal length or unequal length 4 link and round tube or square tube frame rails? Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated. I would like to build the car myself, just looking for someone to point me in the right direction. Thanks

SSDiv6 12-13-2007 10:44 PM

Re: Front drive conversion project.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Darrin Christen (Post 50506)
I would like some input on rear suspension choices for a super stock gt front drive conversion project. What are the pros and cons of a equal length or unequal length 4 link and round tube or square tube frame rails? Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated. I would like to build the car myself, just looking for someone to point me in the right direction. Thanks

What make and year of car?

SPS 12-16-2007 01:18 PM

Re: Front drive conversion project.
 
Darrin:
For your project, I'd recommend the rectangular tube rear frame section. It's stand-alone stiffness is much greater than the round tube rear section which requires much more tubing to be integrated into the roll cage for equal strength. In addition, as a home-build project, construction, tying into the original chassis, and necessary sheetmetal work will be easier to do.
As for the 4-link choice, that could be debated for ever. We build and sell both equal and un-equal 4-link suspensions. Over the years we have had un-equal length cars have excellent success. Your choice will depend on class choice, expected power levels, transmission type and past experience or familiarity.
You can go to our web-site: www.smithperformance.com
Our catalog shows both systems.
FJ

Darrin Christen 12-17-2007 09:08 PM

Re: Front drive conversion project.
 
The car is a 1996 grandam. Considering a late model fuel injected engine for GT or maybe SS/CS. Thanks for the reply SPS, are your prices on the website up to date?

SPS 12-20-2007 10:39 PM

Re: Front drive conversion project.
 
Darren:
Feel free to call if you have any other questions.
FJ


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