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    Anyone have the weight of one leaf spring

    Would anyone know the weight of one A Body leaf spring? Does not matter which one. Just trying to get a reasonable estimate. Thanks
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    Does anyone know what year these spindles are from

    Have a pair of spindles which I believe are 73-76 A Body disc brake spindles. Casting numbers are 776-23258 and 777-23258. Can anyone confirm whether these are disc brake or drum brake spindles and if from a 73 or later vehicle? Thanks
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    Power Steering Resevoir Mounting Bracket - 1969 vs. 1970

    Is there a difference in the power steering reservoir mounting bracket that attaches to the water pump between the 1969 small block (drivers side lower rad hose water pump) and the bracket used on a 1970 up small block (passenger side lower rad hose water pump). Here is a picture of a 1969...
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    Are all 1969 A Body Upper Control Arms the Same?

    I need to replace my upper control arms as the ball joint threads are badly stripped. Are the 1969 upper arms all the same - disc brake or drum brake?
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    Anyone running 11/16" Tie Rod Ends?

    Are any of you running the 11/16" tie rod ends? If yes what did you use for the adjusting sleeve? I know there are solid sleeves available but I don't think I need that much beef there. I was wondering if there are strong sleeves available from moog or others that would improve the strength...
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    Anyone ever run aluminum tie rod connecting sleeves on the street?

    I have seen billet aluminum tie rod sleeves advertised and was wondering if anyone uses these on the street. I had some concerns on strength and ability to withstand the stresses of running on the street. Thanks
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    Upper A Arms - Can they become stripped and useless?

    I have a set of A arms I was about to repaint and noticed the upper ball joint threads are practically non-existant. Is this normal when you back out ball joints? I know they have an interference fit. Will new ball joints thread in and attach securely? Thanks
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    Lower Control Arm Rebuilding

    I am rebuilding the front suspension on my 69 Barracuda. The lower control are shaft bushings are shot so I am replacing them with poly bushings. Is it recommended to change the control arm shafts and metal bushing sleeves when the shaft bushings are changed? I have seen a few articles in...
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    Which way to finish suspension parts - Powder coar or POR-15?

    I was wondering what experiences or recommendations you have for finishing off suspension and chassis parts. I plan to sand blast and coat my K frame, sway bar, cross member, steering linkage, upper and lower control arms, ... and was considering POR 15 or powder coating. Which will last...
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    What will lower control arms fit

    I have a set of 1970 lower control arms from a 70 duster and was wondering what other A bodies they would fit. Are they interchangeable with all 1967 to 1976 A bodies? Thanks
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    Rebuilding power steering box

    Has anyone reconditioned a power steering box? While I am reconditioning the front suspension with the engine out I was thinking of ensuring the seals were all reconditioned to ensure a leak free drive. Any suggestion on how to do this and where to get the parts? Any companies offer this...
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    Torsion bars for stock suspension rebuild

    I am rebuilding my 69 Barrracuda front suspension and have noticed that most of the advertised torsion bars (Mopar Performance, Just Suspension, ...) are selling replacement bars that are thicker in diameter that the originals. Most are 0.92. Has anyone had experience with the thicker bars...
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    Restoring front and rear suspension - correct factory colors

    I am in the process of rebuilding by frona and rear suspension on my 69 Barracuda. Are there any specific colors and finishes (mat, gloss, semi-gloss) to use on the suspension components if I were to paint or coat them? I am replacing all parts including rear springs, front torsion bars, idler...
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