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09-27-2010, 02:58 AM
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Springs and shocks for a 70 Chevelle SS?
Hello,
I was wondering what springs to use in order to achieve the factory ride height on a 70 SS? Also, what shocks are you using? Part #"s would be great!I am staying away from the original type spiral shocks. I drive my car so I want a shock that will be a hair bit stiffer than factory while maintaining a stock look. I am sure I will have to paint the shocks grey, no big deal. Basically I want the car to have the correct height while also handle better than factory. Thanks for the help!!!
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1970 Chevelle SS LS5 - 79k original miles, Tripple Black, build sheet 1969 Camaro SS/RS X22 - 548 with 5 spd, Hugger Orange, Houdstooth Interior 
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09-27-2010, 03:16 PM
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Re: Springs and shocks for a 70 Chevelle SS?
I have a spare set of new MOOG rear springs that are factory height for your 70 chevelle.
Email [email protected] I'll send you photos and price if interested.
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"NOSTALGIA It takes us to a place were we ache to go again"
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09-27-2010, 04:20 PM
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Re: Springs and shocks for a 70 Chevelle SS?
Thanks! I sent you a PM about your springs.
OPG has front springs that they are calling factory style that are $170. Ground up has some that are Moog for $80. Anyone know the difference? Or should I be looking in other places? Shocks: Anyone try the GM replacement shocks that are black? Are the Bilstein's or KYB's too stiff? Looking for a little bit firmer ride but not real stiff.
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1970 Chevelle SS LS5 - 79k original miles, Tripple Black, build sheet 1969 Camaro SS/RS X22 - 548 with 5 spd, Hugger Orange, Houdstooth Interior
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09-27-2010, 05:10 PM
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Re: Springs and shocks for a 70 Chevelle SS?
Anthony i can see why you want other shocks instead of the factory GM spiral shocks.
I have the factory spiral GM shocks on my car and they are a little bouncy over bumps, but not bad overall.
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09-27-2010, 10:33 PM
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Re: Springs and shocks for a 70 Chevelle SS?
I've had KYB's on my 72 for 18 years now with no issues. Ride is firmer than stock but still very comfortable. I painted them grey so they would not stand out as much.
We have had a set Bilsteins on an 87 Turbo Buick for about the same amount of time and they ride like a dump truck but really help the handling. Jake
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