question lowering front of my 78 cutlass

[patrick1978]

Hey guys.hello from the netherlsnds again...
I have a question.it's frequently spoken of but i want to lower my front of my 78 cutlass calais 5.0.
I read about lowering springs and drop spindels.
I just want it for looks and a bit better ride.
If i use 2" drop spindels wil i have to use stiffer springs ,or will it go with stock?

At the back i will ad new stock springs they are shagged in now)that it stays normal height because i like the lean forward 80' s look.
It's spoken of this subject frequently here about s 10 spindels and so but i have to order the parts in the usa so i like to know that i order the right stuff.

I run originial 14" ralley wheels 6 inch front and 8 inch in the back
Any tips or comments are most welcome

 

[theoldsone]

Nice ride

Hey guys.hello from the netherlsnds again...
I have a question.it's frequently spoken of but i want to lower my front of my 78 cutlass calais 5.0.
I read about lowering springs and drop spindels.
I just want it for looks and a bit better ride.
If i use 2" drop spindels wil i have to use stiffer springs ,or will it go with stock?

At the back i will ad new stock springs View attachment 44781 they are shagged in now)that it stays normal height because i like the lean forward 80' s look.
It's spoken of this subject frequently here about s 10 spindels and so but i have to order the parts in the usa so i like to know that i order the right stuff.

I run originial 14" ralley wheels 6 inch front and 8 inch in the back
Any tips or comments are most welcome

When switching over to drop spindles you are really just changing the mounting center of the front wheels higher. But because the car obviously sits on the ground the entire front of the car sits "lower". So no you don't necessarily need to change the front springs. Springs will act the same. When I ordered my drop spindles I used Part#: WST-11312 Western chassis lowering spindles off SUMMIT RACING.

 

[patrick1978]

Thanks that helps a lot for ordering the right parts

 

[jeremyandthemonte]

Is there any issues with drop spindles? In terms of handling?

 

[patrick1978]

Mcgaughy's 2" drop spindles ,of 71 79 camaro does that fit also?