Gerst Tubular Suspension (GTS) Swap

I recently decided to convert from the OEM K-Frame to a tubular frame and coil-over front suspension. I have a 1972 Demon with a 340 small block and automatic transmission. While the suspension was out, I decided to install new exhaust, including TTI headers and a X-pipe and Flowmaster 40 series mufflers.

After doing some research, I decided that the GTS suspension was the option for me. The price point was very competitive with the other suspensions and included everything needed for the install including the steering shaft bearing to accommodate the steering u-joints included to convert to rack & pinion. My car will be mostly a street car but may see the occasional trip to the local drag strip.

From my brief time on the forum, I know you guys and gals like pictures and I do as well. So I'm going to include all I have. O:)

First things first. Out with the old.

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Since I had a hoist, transmission jack, and other tools at my disposal, I decided to do the install with the engine and transmission still in the vehicle. If you don't have the all the tools and safety items available to you, I would strongly recommend removing the engine and transmission for the installation.

A few pictures after the old parts were removed.

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Removing the travel limiters.

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After the tubular frame was installed.

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Now on to the important parts . . . brakes, shocks, control arms and steering.

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The brakes are Wilwood WIL-140-9918-D Dynalite 12.19 in rotors with the 2" drop Wilwood pro spindles.

The measurement from hub face to hub face is 57 7/8 inches.

Since there is a limitation on the picture upload, I will continue in another post.