1971 Journey
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#883
Melting Slicks
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Got some time to get the upper arms fitted.
Added 3 x 1/8" spaces rear and 2 x 1/8" front as a start.
Not sure how much caster the Global West arms will have by default but want to dial at least 6 or more so we will see how it goes.
The passenger side was a tight fit and the arms rub the rubber covers a little more than I like, so i will cut about 5mm off each side of the fibreglass to allow more play.
Probably not a real big issue but its an easy fix.
Strange thing is the passenger side inner fender is original while the drivers side has been replaced at some time and has no problems.
One thing about these arms is they just glide up and down with no binding at all. The Global West Del-a-Lum bushes are certainly smooth and not a single noise.
Added 3 x 1/8" spaces rear and 2 x 1/8" front as a start.
Not sure how much caster the Global West arms will have by default but want to dial at least 6 or more so we will see how it goes.
The passenger side was a tight fit and the arms rub the rubber covers a little more than I like, so i will cut about 5mm off each side of the fibreglass to allow more play.
Probably not a real big issue but its an easy fix.
Strange thing is the passenger side inner fender is original while the drivers side has been replaced at some time and has no problems.
One thing about these arms is they just glide up and down with no binding at all. The Global West Del-a-Lum bushes are certainly smooth and not a single noise.
Last edited by CraigH; 04-10-2023 at 05:20 AM.
#885
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This morning I got to put the lower arms on.
Easy job and all the new hardware was provided.
Only thing I changed was replacing one of the thick washers on the larger bolt with a thinner version so i could get the nut 100% engaged.
Just like the uppers they just glide beautifully with no bind at all.
Now I just need to wait for my replacement urethane bushes for the top of the QA1 Shocks. They are sitting in California ready to ship once a few more items turn up at my shipping agent.
Easy job and all the new hardware was provided.
Only thing I changed was replacing one of the thick washers on the larger bolt with a thinner version so i could get the nut 100% engaged.
Just like the uppers they just glide beautifully with no bind at all.
Now I just need to wait for my replacement urethane bushes for the top of the QA1 Shocks. They are sitting in California ready to ship once a few more items turn up at my shipping agent.
Last edited by CraigH; 04-10-2023 at 05:20 AM.
#886
Melting Slicks
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Hopefully this will be a good improvement.
Once I have this all done I hope to move on to replacing my trailing arms with some kit I have sitting ready.
Dan Dorsett @Vansteel was very helpful and provided a set of their offset trailing arms with Johnny joints.
Brian Bair & Lyne @ Bairs fixed me up with an great set of rebuilt complete rear spindles. They have reverse studs so they can be mounted to the arms easily with all the brakes etc already fitted.
Cant wait to move on to that project.
Once I have this all done I hope to move on to replacing my trailing arms with some kit I have sitting ready.
Dan Dorsett @Vansteel was very helpful and provided a set of their offset trailing arms with Johnny joints.
Brian Bair & Lyne @ Bairs fixed me up with an great set of rebuilt complete rear spindles. They have reverse studs so they can be mounted to the arms easily with all the brakes etc already fitted.
Cant wait to move on to that project.
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Hopefully this will be a good improvement.
Once I have this all done I hope to move on to replacing my trailing arms with some kit I have sitting ready.
Dan Dorsett @Vansteel was very helpful and provided a set of their offset trailing arms with Johnny joints.
Brian Bair & Lyne @ Bairs fixed me up with an great set of rebuilt complete rear spindles. They have reverse studs so they can be mounted to the arms easily with all the brakes etc already fitted.
Cant wait to move on to that project.
Once I have this all done I hope to move on to replacing my trailing arms with some kit I have sitting ready.
Dan Dorsett @Vansteel was very helpful and provided a set of their offset trailing arms with Johnny joints.
Brian Bair & Lyne @ Bairs fixed me up with an great set of rebuilt complete rear spindles. They have reverse studs so they can be mounted to the arms easily with all the brakes etc already fitted.
Cant wait to move on to that project.
Great progress and really good pics.
I also got a great deal and assistance from Dan @ Vansteel on the rear trailing arms.
Did you get their new coil over version?
That is what I bought.
I'll be interested to see the rear setup with the Bair spindle. I am not even close to that project but am always gathering info and parts.
Wish you continued success with your project.
Dennis (Bman)
#889
Melting Slicks
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Great progress and really good pics.
I also got a great deal and assistance from Dan @ Vansteel on the rear trailing arms.
Did you get their new coil over version?
That is what I bought.
I'll be interested to see the rear setup with the Bair spindle. I am not even close to that project but am always gathering info and parts.
Wish you continued success with your project.
Dennis (Bman)
I also got a great deal and assistance from Dan @ Vansteel on the rear trailing arms.
Did you get their new coil over version?
That is what I bought.
I'll be interested to see the rear setup with the Bair spindle. I am not even close to that project but am always gathering info and parts.
Wish you continued success with your project.
Dennis (Bman)
The Vansteel rear coilers are certainly impressive but I got the standard ones as i have a new glass rear VB&P spring sitting here as well.
Craig
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Hi Craig,
Very nice parts under there!!
This is an optical illusion…. right?
Seriously, always enjoy seeing your work!
Regards,
Alan
Very nice parts under there!!
This is an optical illusion…. right?
Seriously, always enjoy seeing your work!
Regards,
Alan
#891
Melting Slicks
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Yes there is a fair bit of optical illusion and reflection in there, but it does bear the scars of being jacked from there.
This was the front cross member when i bought the Vette.
40 years of being jacked up on the front cross member can cause some issues.
Once I cleaned that up and painted it gloss black it shows every ripple
Note to self... Never paint a car (or anything) Glass black unless its perfectly straight :-)
I have seen some posts re tools you can use to go in and straighten it all out, don't know how easy it would be to do but it is on my list.
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Hi Craig,
Yes there is a tool that someone developed that you slip INSIDE the front crossmember through an opening available when the a-arms are off.
It's actually a type of jack.
People have had various degrees of success with it.
From the first class appearance of the underside of your car I don't think this is anything you want to consider any time soon!
I asked really because I want you to realize I actually LOOK at your pictures!! They're always a pleasure to see!
Regards,
Alan
Yes there is a tool that someone developed that you slip INSIDE the front crossmember through an opening available when the a-arms are off.
It's actually a type of jack.
People have had various degrees of success with it.
From the first class appearance of the underside of your car I don't think this is anything you want to consider any time soon!
I asked really because I want you to realize I actually LOOK at your pictures!! They're always a pleasure to see!
Regards,
Alan
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Here you go. You might get lucky and another member here will read this thread and offer to lend you the tool....I've never tried, but I understand Autozone lends tools, might give them a try?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/112073128814?lpid=82&chn=ps&ul_noapp=true
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/112073128814?lpid=82&chn=ps&ul_noapp=true
#896
Melting Slicks
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Here you go. You might get lucky and another member here will read this thread and offer to lend you the tool....I've never tried, but I understand Autozone lends tools, might give them a try?
Corvette Cross Member Repair Tool | eBay
Corvette Cross Member Repair Tool | eBay
Yes thats the one I saw previously. I looked it up and you need to insert a plate into the cross member then you just pull it back.
Hopefully it can't damage the cross member.
http://tech.corvettecentral.com/2013...-instructions/
I may consider getting one, borrowing one may be a little harder given I am in Australia but u never know.
#897
Melting Slicks
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Hi Craig,
Yes there is a tool that someone developed that you slip INSIDE the front crossmember through an opening available when the a-arms are off.
It's actually a type of jack.
People have had various degrees of success with it.
From the first class appearance of the underside of your car I don't think this is anything you want to consider any time soon!
I asked really because I want you to realize I actually LOOK at your pictures!! They're always a pleasure to see!
Regards,
Alan
Yes there is a tool that someone developed that you slip INSIDE the front crossmember through an opening available when the a-arms are off.
It's actually a type of jack.
People have had various degrees of success with it.
From the first class appearance of the underside of your car I don't think this is anything you want to consider any time soon!
I asked really because I want you to realize I actually LOOK at your pictures!! They're always a pleasure to see!
Regards,
Alan
I always appreciate feedback and given you know every nut and bolt of a 71 better than most yours is always welcome.
And I have certainly referenced more than my fair share of your photos to help me along the way :-)
#898
Racer
This morning I got to put the lower arms on.
Easy job and all the new hardware was provided.
Now I just need to wait for my replacement urethane bushes for the top of the QA1 Shocks. They are sitting in California ready to ship once a few more items turn up at my shipping agent.
Easy job and all the new hardware was provided.
Now I just need to wait for my replacement urethane bushes for the top of the QA1 Shocks. They are sitting in California ready to ship once a few more items turn up at my shipping agent.
The story of our lives, waiting on parts to arrive
#899
Melting Slicks
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When I saw you had posted i thought ....Ah who "down under" would be likely to have the "Frame Dent Removal Tool"
Would be you or some of the NCRS guys like Murray Forman etc.
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I did think about it many years ago when I was doing my frame but figured with a mono leaf front suspension the cross member is partially covered anyway.