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He did say please--maybe I'll be nice??? At 05:05 PM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh, oh From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of william smith Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2005 4:45 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] list please take me off list
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Nope,you're here for the duration if you didn't save the monthly list instructions. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: william smith please take me off list
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Sorry Clint. Can't help you with your computer. Thanks for the advice. I'll let you know what I finally decide on the tire combo. -Matt At 02:27 PM 6/21/2005, you wrote: My wife's 40th Anniversary 93 Corvette came standard with 17x9.5 wheels and 285/40/17 rear tires so I see no reason why you couldn't run a 285/30/18 tire on a 18x9.5" wheel. ZR-1's came standard with 17x9.5 fronts and 17x11 rears with 275/40 & 315/35 tires. Both my ZR-1's ran OZ Mito 18x10 & 18x12.5 wheels with Michelin 285 fronts and 345/35 rears. If PS Engineering would have offered my Kidney Bean knockoffs in 18",I would run 275/35 fronts and 345/35 rears on my Camino. Even better would be 19's so I could run 355/25/19's on the rear. Something strange is going on here. Every time I try to "Reply" to Matt's posts,my computer locks up. Only way I can answer them is restart it and use the "Forward" function which requires typing in the List address. Anyone have an idea what's causing this?? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post HA HA HA!!! I wouldn't want to look wimpy in front of my Chevelle brethren! If you're trying to bait me, it's working! Seriously though, that tire size calculator says you need a 10" rim for 285/30, but I went to the BFG site and they say a 9.5" rim is ok. So that could work! Wallet permitting of course. Seems like any 18 inch tire will be pricey. What rim width does a ZR-1 run up front Clint? -Matt At 12:32 PM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've run both 285/30/18 and 285/35/18's on my ZR-1's. I preferred the 285/30's for performance work and the 285/35's for a better ride. The 285/30's are quite a bit shorter and IMO,would look awesome on the front if paired with rear 315/30/18's. However,if you choose to wimp out,you could run the 275/35/18 & 295/35/18 combo. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks, but I actually searched on Google and found some pictures of that Camino. It's not that I don't believe you. ;-) I don't think my car is lower than that...probably about the same without gas in it. When I ran the 315/30/18 tire on one of those online tire size calculators, it came up shorter (less diameter) than the 275/35/18 I was going to run up front. Are those calculators reliable? So for a slight rake forward, I guess I'd have to run 285/30s with the 315s? At 11:10 AM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer! Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show. Thanks, Matt At 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I
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My wife's 40th Anniversary 93 Corvette came standard with 17x9.5 wheels and 285/40/17 rear tires so I see no reason why you couldn't run a 285/30/18 tire on a 18x9.5" wheel. ZR-1's came standard with 17x9.5 fronts and 17x11 rears with 275/40 & 315/35 tires. Both my ZR-1's ran OZ Mito 18x10 & 18x12.5 wheels with Michelin 285 fronts and 345/35 rears. If PS Engineering would have offered my Kidney Bean knockoffs in 18",I would run 275/35 fronts and 345/35 rears on my Camino. Even better would be 19's so I could run 355/25/19's on the rear. Something strange is going on here. Every time I try to "Reply" to Matt's posts,my computer locks up. Only way I can answer them is restart it and use the "Forward" function which requires typing in the List address. Anyone have an idea what's causing this?? Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post HA HA HA!!! I wouldn't want to look wimpy in front of my Chevelle brethren! If you're trying to bait me, it's working! Seriously though, that tire size calculator says you need a 10" rim for 285/30, but I went to the BFG site and they say a 9.5" rim is ok. So that could work! Wallet permitting of course. Seems like any 18 inch tire will be pricey.What rim width does a ZR-1 run up front Clint?-MattAt 12:32 PM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've run both 285/30/18 and 285/35/18's on my ZR-1's. I preferred the 285/30's for performance work and the 285/35's for a better ride. The 285/30's are quite a bit shorter and IMO,would look awesome on the front if paired with rear 315/30/18's. However,if you choose to wimp out,you could run the 275/35/18 & 295/35/18 combo.Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm- Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks, but I actually searched on Google and found some pictures of that Camino. It's not that I don't believe you. ;-) I don't think my car is lower than that...probably about the same without gas in it.When I ran the 315/30/18 tire on one of those online tire size calculators, it came up shorter (less diameter) than the 275/35/18 I was going to run up front. Are those calculators reliable? So for a slight rake forward, I guess I'd have to run 285/30s with the 315s?At 11:10 AM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car?Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm- Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer!Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show.Thanks,MattAt 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me.Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Origina
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ground Clearance
Cool2" lower springs and 1" lower with the B-spindle, GW A-arm combo is where I come up with 3" total. So, I have Coil Spring Specialties make the rear springs a full 3" lower. -Matt At 02:07 PM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I had a pair of those springs on my former 68 Camino w/BB and it had a nice stance. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > They are brand new. I had Coil Springs Specialties spin some for me. The > specs I asked for were simply heavy duty springs with 2" lower than stock > height. > An inch should be ok. > -Matt > > At 11:17 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >What front springs are you running,now? If they are brand new,they might > >settle an inch or so but that's probably it. > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > Yeah, I agree. Sanderson will probably charge a restocking fee, but > >that's > > > probably better than the alternative of trying to sell them myself. > > > > > > Well, that's a bummer if the front won't sag much. The car is riding > > > higher in front right now. :-( > > > > > > -Matt > > > > > > At 10:55 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > >That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for > >your > > > >front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you > > > >have now will be there for quite awhile. > > > >Clint Hooper > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > >- Original Message - > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would > >have > > > > > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride > >height > > > > > adjustability. > > > > > > > > > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least > >piece of > > > > > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower > > > >A-arm > > > > > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > > > > > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a > >ground > > > > > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. > >I > > > > > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back > >and > > > > > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought > >them > > > > > over a year ago. > > > > > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > > > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > > > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > > > > > >Clint Hooper > > > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > > > >- Original Message - > > > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What > >do > > > >you > > > > > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was > > > >thinking > > > > > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension > >settling > > > >and > > > > > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >
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I had a pair of those springs on my former 68 Camino w/BB and it had a nice stance. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > They are brand new. I had Coil Springs Specialties spin some for me. The > specs I asked for were simply heavy duty springs with 2" lower than stock > height. > An inch should be ok. > -Matt > > At 11:17 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >What front springs are you running,now? If they are brand new,they might > >settle an inch or so but that's probably it. > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > Yeah, I agree. Sanderson will probably charge a restocking fee, but > >that's > > > probably better than the alternative of trying to sell them myself. > > > > > > Well, that's a bummer if the front won't sag much. The car is riding > > > higher in front right now. :-( > > > > > > -Matt > > > > > > At 10:55 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > >That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for > >your > > > >front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you > > > >have now will be there for quite awhile. > > > >Clint Hooper > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > >- Original Message - > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would > >have > > > > > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride > >height > > > > > adjustability. > > > > > > > > > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least > >piece of > > > > > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower > > > >A-arm > > > > > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > > > > > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a > >ground > > > > > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. > >I > > > > > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back > >and > > > > > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought > >them > > > > > over a year ago. > > > > > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > > > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > > > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > > > > > >Clint Hooper > > > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > > > >- Original Message - > > > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What > >do > > > >you > > > > > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was > > > >thinking > > > > > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension > >settling > > > >and > > > > > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >
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They are brand new. I had Coil Springs Specialties spin some for me. The specs I asked for were simply heavy duty springs with 2" lower than stock height. An inch should be ok. -Matt At 11:17 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: What front springs are you running,now? If they are brand new,they might settle an inch or so but that's probably it. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Yeah, I agree. Sanderson will probably charge a restocking fee, but that's > probably better than the alternative of trying to sell them myself. > > Well, that's a bummer if the front won't sag much. The car is riding > higher in front right now. :-( > > -Matt > > At 10:55 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for your > >front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you > >have now will be there for quite awhile. > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would have > > > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride height > > > adjustability. > > > > > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least piece of > > > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower > >A-arm > > > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > > > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a ground > > > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. I > > > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back and > > > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought them > > > over a year ago. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > Matt > > > > > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > > > >Clint Hooper > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > >- Original Message - > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What do > >you > > > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was > >thinking > > > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension settling > >and > > > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > >
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HA HA HA!!! I wouldn't want to look wimpy in front of my Chevelle brethren! If you're trying to bait me, it's working! Seriously though, that tire size calculator says you need a 10" rim for 285/30, but I went to the BFG site and they say a 9.5" rim is ok. So that could work! Wallet permitting of course. Seems like any 18 inch tire will be pricey. What rim width does a ZR-1 run up front Clint? -Matt At 12:32 PM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've run both 285/30/18 and 285/35/18's on my ZR-1's. I preferred the 285/30's for performance work and the 285/35's for a better ride. The 285/30's are quite a bit shorter and IMO,would look awesome on the front if paired with rear 315/30/18's. However,if you choose to wimp out,you could run the 275/35/18 & 295/35/18 combo. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks, but I actually searched on Google and found some pictures of that Camino. It's not that I don't believe you. ;-) I don't think my car is lower than that...probably about the same without gas in it. When I ran the 315/30/18 tire on one of those online tire size calculators, it came up shorter (less diameter) than the 275/35/18 I was going to run up front. Are those calculators reliable? So for a slight rake forward, I guess I'd have to run 285/30s with the 315s? At 11:10 AM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer! Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show. Thanks, Matt At 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I want to try for 6" in the rear and 5.5" to 5.75" in the front. I didn't realize I could go with as much as 6" in front. That might not be a bad idea for extra outer fender lip clearance. Of course, I plan to measure many, many times over before I actually order the wheels. The thought of it makes me nervous. That would be one expensive screw up. Although, my local tire guys says if he orders them, he'll exchange them if they don't fit. Might have to take him up on that! Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely let you know when I have some pictures! -Matt At 12:38 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've only seen that combo on late model Corvettes so far,Matt. No reason it wouldn't work on a 68-72,though. However,your idea sounds like it would also work and look great. With the Global West tubular a-arms,you can run upwards of 6" backspacing on the front. That much backspacing also reduces the scrub radius too,which is always a good thing. On those rear 18x10's,my suggestion for backspacing would be around 5.75"-6". And FWIW,you could still run the 315/30/18's on those 10" rims if you wanted to. I want to see pictures when you get that wicked c
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coilovers
It won't take much to make the car handle better than it did when new,Larry. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse Ultimately, what I'm looking to do is build a safe, fun to drive car that handles somewhat better than what the car did when originally produced. I don't expect it to handle the way my 3000GT did when I owned one, but I'm hoping to put something together that handles better than the "boats" I used to drive in the 70's. - without breaking the bank. Tall order? This car will basically be a (sunny) weekend driver... Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper If you run the GW arms and QA1 coilover front set-up,it will also be very firm. Prices aren't cheap,either,around $1500 for the package. For that kind of money,you could run Pole Position a-arms,Coil Spring Specialties springs,and some Tokico or Koni shocks. You wouldn't have the adjustable ride height but the car would handle just as well & probably ride better. Another option that would cost about the same as the GW arms/QA1 coilovers would be Air Ride Shockwaves and StrongArm a-arms. Lots of ways to go for different budgets. It all depends on what you plan to do with your car. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse My 66SS project car is very stiff in the front and VERY soft in the rear. I'm guessing the front is very stiff and high because the big block and tranny is out. There's currently no shocks mounted anywhere. Can someone educate me on the advantages of coilovers over the stock setup, and what it might cost me? Thanks, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coilovers
Ultimately, what I'm looking to do is build a safe, fun to drive car that handles somewhat better than what the car did when originally produced. I don't expect it to handle the way my 3000GT did when I owned one, but I'm hoping to put something together that handles better than the "boats" I used to drive in the 70's. - without breaking the bank. Tall order? This car will basically be a (sunny) weekend driver... Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2005 3:51 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coilovers If you run the GW arms and QA1 coilover front set-up,it will also be very firm. Prices aren't cheap,either,around $1500 for the package. For that kind of money,you could run Pole Position a-arms,Coil Spring Specialties springs,and some Tokico or Koni shocks. You wouldn't have the adjustable ride height but the car would handle just as well & probably ride better. Another option that would cost about the same as the GW arms/QA1 coilovers would be Air Ride Shockwaves and StrongArm a-arms. Lots of ways to go for different budgets. It all depends on what you plan to do with your car. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse My 66SS project car is very stiff in the front and VERY soft in the rear. I'm guessing the front is very stiff and high because the big block and tranny is out. There's currently no shocks mounted anywhere. Can someone educate me on the advantages of coilovers over the stock setup, and what it might cost me? Thanks, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coilovers
If you run the GW arms and QA1 coilover front set-up,it will also be very firm. Prices aren't cheap,either,around $1500 for the package. For that kind of money,you could run Pole Position a-arms,Coil Spring Specialties springs,and some Tokico or Koni shocks. You wouldn't have the adjustable ride height but the car would handle just as well & probably ride better. Another option that would cost about the same as the GW arms/QA1 coilovers would be Air Ride Shockwaves and StrongArm a-arms. Lots of ways to go for different budgets. It all depends on what you plan to do with your car. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse My 66SS project car is very stiff in the front and VERY soft in the rear. I'm guessing the front is very stiff and high because the big block and tranny is out. There's currently no shocks mounted anywhere. Can someone educate me on the advantages of coilovers over the stock setup, and what it might cost me? Thanks, Larry Shouse
Fw: [Chevelle-list] Summer Car Shows
I've run both 285/30/18 and 285/35/18's on my ZR-1's. I preferred the 285/30's for performance work and the 285/35's for a better ride. The 285/30's are quite a bit shorter and IMO,would look awesome on the front if paired with rear 315/30/18's. However,if you choose to wimp out,you could run the 275/35/18 & 295/35/18 combo. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks, but I actually searched on Google and found some pictures of that Camino. It's not that I don't believe you. ;-) I don't think my car is lower than that...probably about the same without gas in it.When I ran the 315/30/18 tire on one of those online tire size calculators, it came up shorter (less diameter) than the 275/35/18 I was going to run up front. Are those calculators reliable? So for a slight rake forward, I guess I'd have to run 285/30s with the 315s?At 11:10 AM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car?Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm- Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer!Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show.Thanks,MattAt 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me.Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I want to try for 6" in the rear and 5.5" to 5.75" in the front. I didn't realize I could go with as much as 6" in front. That might not be a bad idea for extra outer fender lip clearance. Of course, I plan to measure many, many times over before I actually order the wheels. The thought of it makes me nervous. That would be one expensive screw up. Although, my local tire guys says if he orders them, he'll exchange them if they don't fit. Might have to take him up on that! Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely let you know when I have some pictures! -Matt At 12:38 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've only seen that combo on late model Corvettes so far,Matt. No reason it wouldn't work on a 68-72,though. However,your idea sounds like it would also work and look great. With the Global West tubular a-arms,you can run upwards of 6" backspacing on the front. That much backspacing also reduces the scrub radius too,which is always a good thing. On those rear 18x10's,my suggestion for backspacing would be around 5.75"-6". And FWIW,you could still run the 315/30/18's on those 10" r
[Chevelle-list] Coilovers
My 66SS project car is very stiff in the front and VERY soft in the rear. I'm guessing the front is very stiff and high because the big block and tranny is out. There's currently no shocks mounted anywhere. Can someone educate me on the advantages of coilovers over the stock setup, and what it might cost me? Thanks, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Summer Car Shows
Thanks, but I actually searched on Google and found some pictures of that Camino. It's not that I don't believe you. ;-) I don't think my car is lower than that...probably about the same without gas in it. When I ran the 315/30/18 tire on one of those online tire size calculators, it came up shorter (less diameter) than the 275/35/18 I was going to run up front. Are those calculators reliable? So for a slight rake forward, I guess I'd have to run 285/30s with the 315s? At 11:10 AM 6/21/2005, you wrote: Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer! Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show. Thanks, Matt At 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I want to try for 6" in the rear and 5.5" to 5.75" in the front. I didn't realize I could go with as much as 6" in front. That might not be a bad idea for extra outer fender lip clearance. Of course, I plan to measure many, many times over before I actually order the wheels. The thought of it makes me nervous. That would be one expensive screw up. Although, my local tire guys says if he orders them, he'll exchange them if they don't fit. Might have to take him up on that! Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely let you know when I have some pictures! -Matt At 12:38 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've only seen that combo on late model Corvettes so far,Matt. No reason it wouldn't work on a 68-72,though. However,your idea sounds like it would also work and look great. With the Global West tubular a-arms,you can run upwards of 6" backspacing on the front. That much backspacing also reduces the scrub radius too,which is always a good thing. On those rear 18x10's,my suggestion for backspacing would be around 5.75"-6". And FWIW,you could still run the 315/30/18's on those 10" rims if you wanted to. I want to see pictures when you get that wicked combo. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Hey Clint, have you seen examples of that wheel/tire combo? I'd love to see a picture if you know where to find one. I've been thinking about running 18X9.5, 275/35/18 up front and 18X10, 295/35/18 in the rear. I still need to measure for backspacing. I have the GW front arms and went for about 3" lower on all corners. -Matt At 04:24 PM 6/19/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: With proper backspacing,an 18x11 rear wheel and 315/30/18 tire would fit,too. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I put a set of 18x9s on the rear of my 69 with 285/50R18s and they dont rub. They are very close though. The
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ground Clearance
What front springs are you running,now? If they are brand new,they might settle an inch or so but that's probably it. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Yeah, I agree. Sanderson will probably charge a restocking fee, but that's > probably better than the alternative of trying to sell them myself. > > Well, that's a bummer if the front won't sag much. The car is riding > higher in front right now. :-( > > -Matt > > At 10:55 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for your > >front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you > >have now will be there for quite awhile. > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would have > > > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride height > > > adjustability. > > > > > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least piece of > > > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower > >A-arm > > > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > > > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a ground > > > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. I > > > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back and > > > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought them > > > over a year ago. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > Matt > > > > > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > > > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > > > >Clint Hooper > > > >H&H Custom,owner > > > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > > > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > > >- Original Message - > > > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What do > >you > > > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was > >thinking > > > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension settling > >and > > > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > Matt > > > > > > > >
[Chevelle-list] Summer Car Shows
Oh,ye of little faith. I doubt your car will be lower than Keith's 70 Camino. Want me to send you some photos of that car? Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer!Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show.Thanks,MattAt 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me.Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I want to try for 6" in the rear and 5.5" to 5.75" in the front. I didn't realize I could go with as much as 6" in front. That might not be a bad idea for extra outer fender lip clearance. Of course, I plan to measure many, many times over before I actually order the wheels. The thought of it makes me nervous. That would be one expensive screw up. Although, my local tire guys says if he orders them, he'll exchange them if they don't fit. Might have to take him up on that! Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely let you know when I have some pictures! -Matt At 12:38 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've only seen that combo on late model Corvettes so far,Matt. No reason it wouldn't work on a 68-72,though. However,your idea sounds like it would also work and look great. With the Global West tubular a-arms,you can run upwards of 6" backspacing on the front. That much backspacing also reduces the scrub radius too,which is always a good thing. On those rear 18x10's,my suggestion for backspacing would be around 5.75"-6". And FWIW,you could still run the 315/30/18's on those 10" rims if you wanted to. I want to see pictures when you get that wicked combo. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Hey Clint, have you seen examples of that wheel/tire combo? I'd love to see a picture if you know where to find one. I've been thinking about running 18X9.5, 275/35/18 up front and 18X10, 295/35/18 in the rear. I still need to measure for backspacing. I have the GW front arms and went for about 3" lower on all corners. -Matt At 04:24 PM 6/19/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: With proper backspacing,an 18x11 rear wheel and 315/30/18 tire would fit,too. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/cli
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ground Clearance
Yeah, I agree. Sanderson will probably charge a restocking fee, but that's probably better than the alternative of trying to sell them myself. Well, that's a bummer if the front won't sag much. The car is riding higher in front right now. :-( -Matt At 10:55 AM 6/21/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for your front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you have now will be there for quite awhile. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would have > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride height > adjustability. > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least piece of > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower A-arm > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a ground > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. I > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back and > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought them > over a year ago. > > Thanks, > Matt > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What do you > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was thinking > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension settling and > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > Thanks! > > > Matt > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ground Clearance
That's another reason I like Sanderson so well,,great service. As for your front coils,I doubt they will sag very much so what ground clearance you have now will be there for quite awhile. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would have > been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride height > adjustability. > > I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least piece of > mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower A-arm > frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some > tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a ground > clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. I > talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back and > replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought them > over a year ago. > > Thanks, > Matt > > At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: > >Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? > >Clint Hooper > >H&H Custom,owner > >1969 El Camino ProTourer > >2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > >http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > >- Original Message - > >From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > > > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What do you > > > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was thinking > > > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension settling and > > > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > > > Thanks! > > > Matt > >
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I think I need to see a 315 tire on a Chevelle in person. I've seen pictures, but I haven't seen any that look as low and tucked under as I think mine will be. Guess that means I need to hit some car shows this summer! Speaking of which, I know the So Cal Chevelle Camino Club show is coming up in July (are there any members on this list?), but do any of the So Cal folks here know of any other shows? I missed the April Super Chevy show. Thanks, Matt At 05:04 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I looked over Keith Anderson's 70 SS El Camino and some guy from Chicago's 70 SS Chevelle. Both had 17x11 rear wheels with 315 tires and both had nice fits. Neither looked very tight to me. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Thanks Clint. That is good to know. I don't remember where I heard that about the Baers. You bring up a good point. I guess I can always add spacers if the backspacing is too much..that is, of course, if the overall width is okay. That's why I'm leaning toward a 10" instead of bigger for the rear. I want them nice and tucked under the fender anyway. Cheers, Matt At 04:14 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: To the best of my knowledge,Matt,installing rear Baer disc brakes will not increase the track width. I've sold many sets of Baer rear kits and it has never been a problem. As for backspacing,always err on the liberal side. Too much can easily be corrected but too little means new wheels. You've spent too much on that car to get conservative now. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Probably wise to play it conservative on the rear tire until everything gets settled in. I'm running the Baer brakes, which I hear require additional backspacing. So, I want to try for 6" in the rear and 5.5" to 5.75" in the front. I didn't realize I could go with as much as 6" in front. That might not be a bad idea for extra outer fender lip clearance. Of course, I plan to measure many, many times over before I actually order the wheels. The thought of it makes me nervous. That would be one expensive screw up. Although, my local tire guys says if he orders them, he'll exchange them if they don't fit. Might have to take him up on that! Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely let you know when I have some pictures! -Matt At 12:38 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: I've only seen that combo on late model Corvettes so far,Matt. No reason it wouldn't work on a 68-72,though. However,your idea sounds like it would also work and look great. With the Global West tubular a-arms,you can run upwards of 6" backspacing on the front. That much backspacing also reduces the scrub radius too,which is always a good thing. On those rear 18x10's,my suggestion for backspacing would be around 5.75"-6". And FWIW,you could still run the 315/30/18's on those 10" rims if you wanted to. I want to see pictures when you get that wicked combo. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Matthew Post Hey Clint, have you seen examples of that wheel/tire combo? I'd love to see a picture if you know where to find one. I've been thinking about running 18X9.5, 275/35/18 up front and 18X10, 295/35/18 in the rear. I still need to measure for backspacing. I have the GW front arms and went for about 3" lower on all corners. -Matt At 04:24 PM 6/19/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: With proper backspacing,an 18x11 rear wheel and 315/30/18 tire would fit,too. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I put a set of 18x9s on the rear of my 69 with 285/50R18s and they dont rub. They are very close though. They are about 29 tall which is a very tall tire, but they get plenty of complements on how they look. The car is lowered 1 and I could probably go even lower. -Greg From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [ mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Matt Wettig Hey guys, I have a 70 SS I am putting together. I want to run the widest tires on the back I possibley can without making the car look silly. I am curious as to what size tires, wheels and backspacing everyone is running. Thanks Matt
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ground Clearance
I have a BBC with conventional coils. Hindsight, it probably would have been worth it to use coilovers if for no other reason than for ride height adjustability. I think I'm going to get the Sanderson intermediates for at least piece of mind. The full length Sanderson's I have come too close to the lower A-arm frame support on the passenger side anyway. So they require some tweaking. Instead of damaging the ceramic coating and still risk a ground clearance problem, the intermediates are probably the better choice. I talked with Sanderson today and they said they would take my C7s back and replace them with the BB3. Pretty cool of them considering I bought them over a year ago. Thanks, Matt At 05:17 PM 6/20/2005, Clint Hooper wrote: Are you running conventional coils or coilovers? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Matthew Post" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Shouldn't I expect the suspension to settle about 2" or so? What do you > think an acceptable ground clearance is for the headers? I was thinking > about 3" and they seem to be there already. Any suspension settling and > I'll be dragging them. What do you low riders out there think? > Thanks! > Matt
