TPost
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04-20-12 01:48 PM - Post#2217313
Last weekend I installed Jamco 3" loweirng springs and shocks all around. The spring rate is increase 30%. It drives evenn better than before.
I also replaced the D/S support bushing since it was shot.
I got her up on jack stands now to replace my front suspension bushings.
Edited by TPost on 04-20-12 01:49 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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62sedan
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04-20-12 03:49 PM - Post#2217353
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She's looking good. That's definitely one good looking and clean BelAir sedan. 
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04-21-12 04:07 AM - Post#2217492
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Nice! I am thinking of doing the same.Any scraping issues?Did you call Jamco?
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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04-21-12 04:46 AM - Post#2217499
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Too low for me, but to each his own. I'd be worried about the geometry of the driveshaft and differential.
How is the ride improved? Cornering? Firmer ride? 
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TPost
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04-21-12 08:59 AM - Post#2217553
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The ride is firmer but still very nice. It seems to handle a little better. I am going to try and find a set of V-8 lower control arms so I can run a front sway bar. That, I think would be a great improvrment!! Todd
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dtwbcs
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04-23-12 05:01 PM - Post#2218401
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What about ground clearance issues?Have you gone over any "speed bumps"like in parkinglots?Thinking of going that route.What is the difference between the 2"&3" drop?
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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04-25-12 09:50 PM - Post#2219212
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Be careful about the ground clearance over speed bumps. My '58 is <2" lower in the front, and last year I ran over a speed bump a little fast (my fault, I was trying to answer a phone call when the speed bump came upon me . . .  ). Anyway, the exhaust bottomed out on the speed bump and cracked one of my rams horn exhaust manifolds! Although I learned my lesson about dropped cars, speed bumps, and cell phones, I took the opportunity to get the replacement manifolds ceramic coated. The silver lining, I guess . . .
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04-30-12 06:21 AM - Post#2220577
In response to Jerry Acheson
Too low for me, but to each his own. I'd be worried about the geometry of the driveshaft and differential.
How is the ride improved? Cornering? Firmer ride?
I definitely agree with your views on stock ride height there.. I always figure that the people who designed these cars did what they did with a purpose in mind and they were meant to handle safely in their stock configuration. That's just my opinion though. It looks like a really pretty and decent car - reminds me of a white '60 2 door Biscayne that I wanted to buy when I was a kid. It was sitting in a farmer's field and I used to stand and gaze across the fence at that car an imagine great things. It was a really, really clean car and not that old yet - this was back around 1970. It's hard to beat the '59's and '60's for outright beauty and sex appeal!! 
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ImpalaBob60
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 06-13-12 09:51 AM - Post#2236649
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sweet lookin'
I'm really wanting to lower my 60.
not sure I want to go down 3", but 2" maybe really help the ride & look.
do you know how tall your tires are?
I've got 15" rims on mine (don't recall the tire size). I'm just trying to get an idea.
thanks
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06-13-12 11:15 AM - Post#2236694
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It looks really good I like that stance. My oil pan on my daily is only 2 1/2" off the ground so I know all about clearance issues lol. How much did the kit run you if you don't mind me asking?
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TPost
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06-13-12 06:45 PM - Post#2236867
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I'm running 14" rims. 215 tires. Todd
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TPost
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06-13-12 06:50 PM - Post#2236871
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It looks really good I like that stance. My oil pan on my daily is only 2 1/2" off the ground so I know all about clearance issues lol. How much did the kit run you if you don't mind me asking?
Here is a link to where I got the lowering kit. I've put quite a few miles on the car since I put it in. I've even had a car full of people on a few ocassions. I am still TOTALLY happy with it!!
I got it on sale and I also got a additional 10% discount for being a HAMB Alliance member.Todd
http://jamcosuspension.com/products/sfID1/31/sfI D2...
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06-14-12 04:30 AM - Post#2236984
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Thanks for the link .
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ImpalaBob60
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06-15-12 01:29 PM - Post#2237490
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Just ordered a " deluxe lowering kit from JAMCO. I
Love the way yours sits...
Hate having to wait, but it'll be worth it.
Since I am H.A.M.B. Alliance member... I basically got free shipping & a couple extra bucks off. They knock off 10%. Works for me...
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60tuxblk
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06-19-12 08:01 PM - Post#2239302
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Just put my JAMCO kit in last week. The looks and rides amazing! I want to drive it all the time now or just stare at it..
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60tuxblk
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06-19-12 08:12 PM - Post#2239305
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[image]http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=26931&pic tureid=394312[/image]
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06-20-12 03:13 AM - Post#2239360
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I have to be careful of speed bumps&dips-my exhaust tips will scrape some  but the stance is where it needs to be   
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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06-20-12 06:43 AM - Post#2239398
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I can't wait for mine to arrive...
I blew the budget this year, but oh well... sometimes cool wins out of reason. 
ImpalaBob60
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06-20-12 06:44 AM - Post#2239400
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sweet!
ImpalaBob60
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-TH350
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TPost
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06-20-12 10:58 AM - Post#2239471
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Looking good Danny!!!
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06-20-12 03:20 PM - Post#2239557
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Thanx Todd
Danny
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03-16-13 05:29 PM - Post#2326763
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After driving with a lowered stance for almost a yr..i ordered stock height coil springs.tired of a ruff ride&tailpipes scraping on dips.Want to worry less&enjoy my car more.
FYI: last straw was when the exhaust was damaged cuz it was "too low"---  
Lesson learned for me
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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03-16-13 06:52 PM - Post#2326787
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Oops
Danny
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Edited by dtwbcs on 03-16-13 06:53 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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03-16-13 09:53 PM - Post#2326838
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danny,
thanks for letting us in on your problem. sometimes people post what they did, and we never hear back about issues they may have had.
we can still get this if we want, but now we know it's not all good!!
i was going to get this kit based on what was being said at the time. now i'm glad i didn't.
moog still makes stock spring for my car, and that is what i put in it. it it sets too high, that's what they make cutoff wheels for, right?
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TPost
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03-17-13 08:27 AM - Post#2326953
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Mine have been on for a year also. The only thing I have scraped it the bottom of my tailpipe backing out of my driveway. I am going to add a dual exhaust and a set of Bellflower tips. My only real issue is where to route the pipe that goes to the passenger side of the car without having it to low.
Todd
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dtwbcs
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03-17-13 11:21 AM - Post#2327012
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Maybe its just the springs;but idk...When I hit a dip it is a harsh jarring sometimes.;especially on the highway.You see,I drive mine
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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03-17-13 03:31 PM - Post#2327099
In response to dtwbcs
Went to harbor freight and bought one of those low profile high lift floor jacks.Maybe these will help.See how the pipe is "tucked up"so the frame is the lowest point now  
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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TPost
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03-17-13 04:12 PM - Post#2327110
In response to dtwbcs
Thanks Danny,
The pics help ALOT!!! I have a OEM Vette dual exhaust manifoly I am going to use.
Did you go with the Jamco Springs? I put over 5K on my car last somemer with no problems. Sorry to here of your troubles.
Also, I picked up a Carter YF 3211S to replace the origimal Rochester. LOVE IT!!!!! Night and day difference.
Todd
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dtwbcs
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03-18-13 06:59 AM - Post#2327302
In response to TPost
Yes went with the jamco setup.
Danny
1960 BelAir 4dr sedan, lowered3",235engine,3/4ca m,848head,2Carter/Weber carbs(TomLangdons),Fenton intake&Fenton headers,Wayne valve&side cover,BeeHiveOil filter,Pertronix ignition&flamethrower coil,3spd OD trans |
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03-28-13 10:48 AM - Post#2330435
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Only v8's had front sway bars? My wagon was a 6 with a front sway bar, so it must be a wagon thing.
Thanks for the pics. I decided to do a 2" drop on my wagon-I figure its an easy fix to go to 3", not too easy the other way around.
Unfortunately the 283 wont be going in until fall so I really have no idea what it will look like until then..
By the way, Im guessing this is Rebel wire Todd? Thanks again for the harness-thats a great product you sell!
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