Leaf Spring Upgrade, Ladder Bars, or 4 Link on a 63 Valiant?

[Hot Rod 63 Valiant]

Ok guys, I've got my drivetrain planned out & will be running between 300 - 400 horsepower. Now, before I plan to drive it, I want to make sure it "Hooks Up" off the line (Street & Strip).

I have read A LOT of the threads on installing various rear suspension setups on Dusters, Darts, Cudas, etc. but haven't seen one for a Valiant (which would be pretty much the same I would assume). I know the work that is involved here & plan to "mini tub" the body, but I'd like opinions from those who have run all three rear suspension setups to help me decide on which to go with. I know if I go with the leaf spring setup I will have to relocate the leaf springs inward which I have seen kits for that as well, but I wonder if that setup will be enough to really help traction under hard acceleration.

Any ideas, advice, & prior experiences that you would like to share would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again FABO,
Rob

 

[gtmopar]

I am mini tubbing with the spring relOcater kit with rear coil overs mOved inboard and I'm right at 667 hp. I've raced both ladder bar, 4 link and rear leaf and it all depends on what your plans are. A 4 link is the way to go like a lynx or magnum force has some setups just depends on how much you want to fork out for the system. Did u get a k member?

 

[Hot Rod 63 Valiant]

I am mini tubbing with the spring relOcater kit with rear coil overs mOved inboard and I'm right at 667 hp. I've raced both ladder bar, 4 link and rear leaf and it all depends on what your plans are. A 4 link is the way to go like a lynx or magnum force has some setups just depends on how much you want to fork out for the system. Did u get a k member?

Not yet, but I found out that on the '63 I shouldn't have to swap K members, I'd like to have a spare just in case, but there aren't any to be had anywhere near me. I'll holler back ya in a PM here after a while, gotta get back to work lol.

I appreciate your insight.

 

[Hot Rod 63 Valiant]

Looks like relocating & running a little beefier leaf springs is my best option, but would still like to hear opinions & experiences. Thanks

 

[C130 Chief]

Mopar Super Stock springs are pretty darn effective.