I've seen the part #'s and ratings for the original front springs used in the '66 and '67 fairlane. It worked out to 6 or 7 different springs based upon engine, tranny, A/C, body style, etc. Ford obviously felt it was important to get the right height and ride. I've talked to Eaton and that's where I'm going when it's time to buy. They're not the cheapest but although I haven't proven it yet, they certainly seem to know what they're talking about.
This is what I would do. First you need to do the shelby drop (ARNING) on the upper control arm, do a search if you are not familiar with it. Second i would cut only 1/4 to 1/3 coil. The shelby drop lowers the upper control arm 1" and will lower the front end about 5/8". Then get your car aligned with around -.5 camber and 2 degrees + Caster or more if you have power steering and your toe around 1/16 toe in.
I've seen the part #'s and ratings for the original front springs used in the '66 and '67 fairlane. It worked out to 6 or 7 different springs based upon engine, tranny, A/C, body style, etc.
Doesn't look too bad. Remember these cars did sit a little nose high when they were new. 1964introc I say cut one coil and give it time.
UPDATE: cut exactly one coil of the moog 8090, lowered it about 2 inches still the same stifness /fairly hard. sits just perfect.BTW what a pain in the ass a home alignment is , but worth the effort. (that's still the old photo)
UPDATE: cut exactly one coil of the moog 8090, lowered it about 2 inches still the same stifness /fairly hard. sits just perfect.BTW what a pain in the ass a home alignment is , but worth the effort. (that's still the old photo)
Glad to here the update.
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