Guest mtn Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 Hi all, I lowered my 63 today. I used Coil Spring Specialties 3" drop springs. I had a friend of mine help me and we did it in about 3 hours. Then we had brake issues, ended up being a bad rear line which we replaced and a misaligned front shoe causing a rebuild on the front caliper. We ended up about 2 hours more on those. I also put AWC Supremes on it with a slightly taller tire. Overall I am happy with it. It does rub up front on the inner fender and fender lip some so I will have to address that but I will get it sorted out. It looks soooo much better dropped a bit. I will post a full write up of the process if there's any interest. I also picked up a hopefully rebuild-able 401 and dynaflow this morning. Busy day pics of end result tomorrow or Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 5150 Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 (edited) Cool, look forward to pictures. Getting ready to do the same to my '63 only now thinking 2" drop because of clearance issue.How long did you wait(shipping) for the springs?? Most of these venders say 2-3 weeks. I'll be watching.. Thanks Edited September 30, 2012 by 5150 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bb1970 Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 I'd like to see some pictures. I agree they look a little better dropped a bit. Where are you in N.W. MO?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB401 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Hello from Texas, I've got a question about your old springs. Were they good? I'm trying to locate a good set of rear springs for my '65. What can you tell me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mtn Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Yes they were still in ok shape. I am not sure what you would like to know? Also I need to post some pics for this thread but only have them on my computer not on a photo host site so I am not sure how to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Riviera Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Hello from Texas, I've got a question about your old springs. Were they good? I'm trying to locate a good set of rear springs for my '65. What can you tell me?If you are going to replace your springs you might be better off getting new ones . Its a lot of work to replace them and the used springs are OLD . Coil Spring Specialties has a good reputation and you can get std. springs or GS springs for your car . Good Luck ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Hello from Texas, I've got a question about your old springs. Were they good? I'm trying to locate a good set of rear springs for my '65. What can you tell me?Re-read post #6 until you become a believer. Mr. Sweeney knows of which he speaketh. Then re-read it a couple of more times.Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB401 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Mtn, did you receive my p.m.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 I would like to see pics too. I have torn down my front end to rebuild it up with new goodies. Shorter springs are now am interest. I would love to see what 3" drop is like pleaseWhen I asked, one of the Senior Members here mentioned that the standard and GS springs are not different springs. He explained that the stiffer springs we all call GS were actually not standard equipment on the GS. The car would have needed to be ordered with a ride & handling upgrade package option called H-2???I know we are talking luxury cars here. But I'm looking to tighten up my suspension tooDavid'65 Riviera, Deluxe, A/C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Give these guys a call and tell them exactly what you're looking for. Repeat to them just what you said in your post and see what they have to offer. I think they build the springs that OPGI and Jamco are retailing.Coil Spring Specialties | Classic CarsEd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 63 rivenge Posted February 8, 2013 Share Posted February 8, 2013 [ATTACH=CONFIG]177228[/ATTACH] Just a little Old School Touch on my 63 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mtn Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 Lets see if this worksand a couple of stock shots for referencethe springs are CSS 3" drop tires are 225/75/15 and they rub I am gonna drop down a couple of sizes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just Matt Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Looks great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brivi65 Posted February 15, 2013 Share Posted February 15, 2013 Looking good mtn, I recognize your car from the HAMB, I am getting quotes for springs on mine and can't wait!..Brian (SIC98) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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