1969 nova big block springs
 

Looks like I'm gonna have to change out my front coil springs,my car hasn't had a big block in 40 years and no engine in close to 20.with complete engine and trans in the car,the front suspension is streched as far as it can go.this is a car of my buddies with a big block 4 speed and new moog https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...6772-image.jpg
6320 coil springs. I'm wanting mine to set 2" or so higher. Any suggestions on a spring.

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you want your car higher in the front?

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Yes,I'd like mine to 2" higher than the white car

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Bump -- any suggestions for taller/heavier springs?

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You could try an aftermarket race coil like santhuff. They have different rates available and are a loooog coil. I've stuffed them in a BB 69 Camaro before and needed to trim about a coil off to get down to ride height. They are "drag" springs though but if it's sitting that high up handling will already be compromised a little.

They are a BEAR to install. We used a "through the shock hole" style compressor to pull the spring into the pocket and still had to drop the control arm bolts to get them in (at original length).

Gary

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The white Nova looks perfect to me.If yours sits the same, i leave it alone...

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I ordered big block springs from Eaton...1" taller than stock...1970 Nova with L78 and TH400. we wanted the old school day 2 drag look...I think the look is perfect. We have 15 x 6 wheels on the front with 215/75r15 tires/235's on the rear. I don't think you want to go higher than that...steering will be compromised.

ps...they were a bear to install...that spring compressor was like a hand grenade...I'm glad it didn't go off [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif[/img]

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Wilma -- do you have the part number? ... thanks ... Craig

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I ordered big block springs from Eaton...1&quot; taller than stock...1970 Nova with L78 and TH400. we wanted the old school day 2 drag look...I think the look is perfect. We have 15 x 6 wheels on the front with 215/75r15 tires/235's on the rear. I don't think you want to go higher than that...steering will be compromised.

ps...they were a bear to install...that spring compressor was like a hand grenade...I'm glad it didn't go off [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif[/img]
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Yes, Oh yes! That is the stance I want for my BB Camaro. I love that aggressive stance. If not a part number, as Craig asks, a list of specs to ask for??

As far as the spring &quot;going off&quot; like a grenade, we always took an old seat belt, male &amp; female, bolt them together and buckle and pull the strap tight, for safety, FWIW.

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I ordered those springs a long time ago...but, here is how I did it.

Contacted Eaton...gave them the year, make, model, engine/trans/options

Pretty sure I told them 1&quot; higher than stock and that's what they sent me.

https://www.eatondetroitspring.com/coil-springs/

Keep in mind, the size of wheel and tire profile/height will impact how the tire looks in the wheel well. I also replaced the control arm bushings, sway bar ends, lower ball joints and front shocks during the process. I'm pretty sure the original springs were coded HH on the tags. If I can locate the purchase details I will share them...if not I'll call Eaton, maybe they have a record of the sale.

-wilma

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Thanks Wilma ... Craig

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I spoke to Eaton this morning...they were very helpful.

Their records do not go back far enough to show my original order...but, I was able to find out the following:

1&quot; over stock ride height is a std. 'in stock' item...the 2&quot; version would be a special order. Either way the springs are $199.95/pair plus shipping.

Contact Kim @ 313-963-3839

I could measure height from the floor to inside edge of front fender opening for reference if that helps.

-wilma

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I have a set in there now they claim will give the Nova a nose up attitude ... I'll wait til' I get her on the ground with everything installed to see how it sets ... Craig

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If you ordered a big block with air springs they should raise it some

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I put my hood on a few nights ago,all I like is radiator having it complete.i may wait til I get my rear tires changed to the L60's I plan on running,then seeing how it looks

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Could not get a BB and AC in a Nova....

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What about a Camaro with a big block &amp; air ?

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ban617</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What about a Camaro with a big block &amp; air ? </div></div>

Yes to that...a/c available with L-34 or L-35 engines. Camaro BB springs would work in the Nova front suspension, they are the same basic unit.

-wilma

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Love the stance. Thanks for posting pictures. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif[/img]