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Post by C4 on Oct 1, 2011 22:35:47 GMT -5
we've been running soft suspension, even completely eliminating shocks when they break......replacing ball joints with bolts......find wheels with a negative offset so it will still roll with bent arms and repair bent arms as needed
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Post by lilbutchusmc on Oct 1, 2011 22:43:34 GMT -5
Bought moog balljoints. Haven't broke one yet, knock on wood... But if I do I'll prob do the bolt replace method
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Post by C4 on Oct 1, 2011 22:50:23 GMT -5
I'm the zero budget derby guy. Moog is out of my grasp....I only get to look...no touchy ;D
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Post by lilbutchusmc on Oct 1, 2011 23:02:21 GMT -5
I'm the zero budget derby guy. Moog is out of my grasp....I only get to look...no touchy ;D After buying all 4 brand new moog ball joints.... Never again. Retarded expensive.
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Post by C4 on Oct 2, 2011 14:32:27 GMT -5
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Post by hartman39 on Oct 2, 2011 20:52:56 GMT -5
Just picked up an 84 eagle wagon, should i follow these tips or are the completely different? I plan on putting my 2.3 in it. Will the rear ends hold up in these?
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Post by lilbutchusmc on Oct 3, 2011 18:44:16 GMT -5
AMC rearends = JaaaaYunk
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Post by lmdc18 on Oct 4, 2011 9:04:32 GMT -5
how do u replace the ball jhoints with bolts any pics thanks
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Post by C4 on Oct 4, 2011 10:35:55 GMT -5
Not much to it. Separate ball joint from spindle. Find largest diamater bolt that will fit through spindle hole. Torch matching hole through ball joint. Weld a washer on top (or bottom if it needs to be hidden) of remaining ball joint mount to stiffen it up. Insert bolt. Leave it just loose enough to not loose your range of motion. Install double nut, or lock nut to keep it from falling out.
Much cheaper than new ball joints, same amount of time, and in most cases, more effective.
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Post by monte85 on Oct 13, 2011 8:39:32 GMT -5
I am running a stock show, only allow a few mods, anything I can do to make the front of my 1974 gremlin take the pounding from the little fwd cars of today? Also are the fronts strong to use on these? Im told the back of the 74 gremlin is really strong and will hold up but i dont know anything about the fronts and dont want to waste this car
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Post by C4 on Oct 13, 2011 10:04:24 GMT -5
For stock rules, the '74 bumper should be decent. If you can, collapse and either weld or bolt the bumper shocks. Use as many hood bolts a you can. And replace the steering rag joint with a u-joint. There's your minimums.
And just like your fwd competitors, try to protect your wheels. Same with your rear wheels. If you are using the stock rear, the axles are not real great. If you are using the straight 6, ditch the fan for a low profile electric.
The '74 has a stiffer rear than the 73 & older, but if you don't chain the humps, you'll be disappointed.
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Post by lmdc18 on Oct 14, 2011 9:49:56 GMT -5
what u mean by chaining humps. like chain the axle?
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Post by C4 on Oct 14, 2011 10:39:53 GMT -5
Yes. Chains around rear axle and around frame, connecting the 2...nice & tight.
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Post by lilbutchusmc on Oct 14, 2011 18:27:47 GMT -5
Can you reshackle the leafs instead of the 2 crappy stock bands?
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Post by lmdc18 on Oct 15, 2011 13:42:00 GMT -5
is it ok do go around the cross member looking thing above axle or should i go around the frame
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