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Survivor 69/Z28
09-27-2010, 02:58 AM
Hello,

I was wondering what springs to use in order to achieve the factory ride height on a 70 SS? Also, what shocks are you using? Part #"s would be great!I am staying away from the original type spiral shocks.
I drive my car so I want a shock that will be a hair bit stiffer than factory while maintaining a stock look. I am sure I will have to paint the shocks grey, no big deal.

Basically I want the car to have the correct height while also handle better than factory.

Thanks for the help!!!

XXXGoldL34M20
09-27-2010, 03:16 PM
I have a spare set of new MOOG rear springs that are factory height for your 70 chevelle.
Email [email protected]
I'll send you photos and price if interested.

Survivor 69/Z28
09-27-2010, 04:20 PM
Thanks! I sent you a PM about your springs.

OPG has front springs that they are calling factory style that are $170. Ground up has some that are Moog for $80. Anyone know the difference? Or should I be looking in other places?

Shocks:
Anyone try the GM replacement shocks that are black?
Are the Bilstein's or KYB's too stiff?
Looking for a little bit firmer ride but not real stiff.

XXXGoldL34M20
09-27-2010, 05:10 PM
Anthony i can see why you want other shocks instead of the factory GM spiral shocks.
I have the factory spiral GM shocks on my car and they are a little bouncy over bumps, but not bad overall.

Chevy454
09-27-2010, 06:00 PM
Coil Spring Specialties out in Kansas has pretty good stuff...

RPOLS3
09-27-2010, 10:33 PM
I've had KYB's on my 72 for 18 years now with no issues. Ride is firmer than stock but still very comfortable. I painted them grey so they would not stand out as much.

We have had a set Bilsteins on an 87 Turbo Buick for about the same amount of time and they ride like a dump truck but really help the handling.

Jake