RE: [Chevelle-List] Taller spindle conversion

[Dave Studly]

You know, that is the one downside to the conversion -- there is a loss in turning radius.  I've never measured the lock-to-lock difference between my two cars.  It's not a huge loss, but it is noticable.  But if you've driven a modern (95-newer) Chrysler product, I think it still turns tighter than them.  My '96 Neon and a '99 Avenger I rented a couple years ago are awful in terms of turning radius.   I'm not sure if upgrading to the fast-ratio steering box could alleviate some of that, however.   My '70 before the conversion had poly bushings in rear.  On the front, all the ball joints and front-end parts had been replaced in 92 or 93, and I had also replaced the upper (only) bushings.  With the exception of the lower bushings, I had replaced everything up there at least once and my car sees *maybe* 4000-5000 miles a year.  And I had drum brakes.  For me, the conversion was very worthwhile in terms of handling and braking.   My Camino -- the suspension is due for a rebuild -- hopefully this winter.  Admittedly, it's pretty well worn all around.   I've been wanting to make a short video of both cars trying to go through a slalom or some other manuverabilty course so that I could illustrate the difference between stock and the conversion.  I know I would've loved to see something like it before I did mine and I'm sure others would find it interesting/helpful.  Just gotta find a parking lot where they'll let me do it!   -Dave   -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Clint Hooper Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 11:34 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Taller spindle conversion How much steering lock-to-lock did you lose in the conversion,Dave? What are the effects of the increased bumpsteer of the conversion? What was the condition of your suspension system on your '70 when you performed the conversion? What is the condition of your suspension on your 72 Elky? Just trying to make sure we are comparing apples to apples here,that's all. Clint Hooper LT5 Registry Director Wichita Falls,Tx (940) 855-6636 '91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody TX TAGS: USA ZR1 http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ----- Original Message ----- From: Dave Studly   110% completely worthwhile.  I have my '70 Chevelle with tall spindles, 12" brakes and Hotchkis a-arms and it's just night and day compared to my stock '72 El Camino.   -Dave   -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Clint Hooper Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 10:24 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-List] Taller spindle conversion Has anyone done this conversion on their car and do you really feel it made a substantial improvement? There seems to be two schools of thought on this subject on Team Chevelle. I hate to spend the big bucks if it is a small change. Clint Hooper LT5 Registry Director Wichita Falls,Tx (940) 855-6636 '91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody TX TAGS: USA ZR1 http://www.LT5Registry.net/