[davidsmikell]

Hello, hope all of you are doing well.
I have been supplied with the correct information to get my frame (uni/body) staight again. Wahoo! Thanks again.
I am starting to install all new suspension. I would like to hear some suggestions on new (if needed) coil springs. I am installing ALL new parts, but basically everything is stock. I did however purchase the larger 1" sway bar and a Scott Drake export brace. verything else will be stock.
Is there a way of testing the old coil springs? Do I really need to replace them? I didnt realize they would wear out on such a light vehicle.
If I should get new ones, which ones do i purchase. I didnt think I should get a pair that would lower the car. I assumed that the height would effect the alignment. Im not really trying to build a race car but I want it to drive and steer as good as possible.
This car does have a very healthy 289 with manual steering and drum brakes. My father just smiled and said "good luck". ha ha!

Im sure some of you guys know exactly what I should do.
Thank you and have a good weekend!

[rodbender]

Well, here's my thoughts. First, front springs are fairly cheap in that they're available for around $100. But...then you should replace the isolaters at the top while you're farting around there. The last thing you want is the sweaking from metal to metal Firmer springs are alot nicer. They're better in the turns, dips, dives...whatever. The ride height is up to you. I had 7 inch wide rims and with a lowered spring and fat radials they rubbed. This time around I rolled the fenderwells. The swaybar..you'll like. Keeps the car level in the turns. A premium set of shocks is worth the cash too. Now....we have...drum brakes. The best thing I can say about them is they'll stop ya once good. After, that...? If you familiarize yourself with the parts, you can piece together the stock type disc brakes from Craigs/bay and rebuild them for a decent price....and they work real good. hope this helps.