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September 24, 2011 at
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I need to build a front clip for an old chassis. I'm utilizing a cross spring suspension. I see most use the dropped front axle but see that a straight axle was used by others. I was curious about the pro's and con's of each. I have a straight axle available. If I used it, would it use a different size spring than a dropped set-up or just locate the spring perch higher or....? Obviously, I've never done this and am looking for some advise and feedback. thanks, ron c
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September 24, 2011 at
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Posted By: RRC on September 24 2011 at 10:08:43 AM
I need to build a front clip for an old chassis. I'm utilizing a cross spring suspension. I see most use the dropped front axle but see that a straight axle was used by others. I was curious about the pro's and con's of each. I have a straight axle available. If I used it, would it use a different size spring than a dropped set-up or just locate the spring perch higher or....? Obviously, I've never done this and am looking for some advise and feedback. thanks, ron c
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Most straight axle's the spring was behind the axel like the CAE . I can send you a picture if you like
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September 24, 2011 at
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That would be very helpful and appreciated Welder. Thank you. Do you have my e-mail?
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September 24, 2011 at
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Posted By: welder on September 24 2011 at 10:19:13 AM
Most straight axle's the spring was behind the axel like the CAE . I can send you a picture if you like
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The one on the #38 I drive is on top, with a straight axle. This car has an adjustable front spring hanger,up and down, and I've noticed many that were not. It was built by Bob Hurley in OkC , 1970.
I do however think the 'behind the frame' version looks soooo much better. Of course you have to take into consideration the distance from the engine plate to the center of the spring hanger, in my opinion- since a behind the axle spring would put the front axle out further by 2 inches a mounted on top axle.
Mine handles so good, I'd hate to change it.
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September 24, 2011 at
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Thanks for the info Brian!
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September 25, 2011 at
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Posted By: welder on September 24 2011 at 10:19:13 AM
Most straight axle's the spring was behind the axel like the CAE . I can send you a picture if you like
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Welder,
Didn't you have some pieces made for that? I was thinking you had a spring hanger made up that was very clean.
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September 25, 2011 at
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Posted By: brian26 on September 25 2011 at 03:51:29 AM
Welder,
Didn't you have some pieces made for that? I was thinking you had a spring hanger made up that was very clean.
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September 25, 2011 at
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Posted By: welder on September 24 2011 at 10:19:13 AM
Most straight axle's the spring was behind the axel like the CAE . I can send you a picture if you like
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 CAE Axel
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September 25, 2011 at
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Posted By: welder on September 25 2011 at 02:02:43 PM
CAE Axel
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 CAE Axel
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September 25, 2011 at
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Posted By: welder on September 25 2011 at 02:03:57 PM
CAE Axel
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 CAE Axel
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September 26, 2011 at
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Thank you Welder. Pics are very helpful!
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