When I was ordering parts for the project, I mistakenly orderered stock front springs for a car with A/C. I have since done an A/C delete and moved the battery to the trunk. This is causing the front end to ride way to high for my liking. I am considering two options, a complete set of Eaton springs or a full set of PMT Fabrication coil overs, but would like to get some feedback from the community.
Wheels & Tires Now:
Rear 255/60/15 These rub the quarter lips so I have added air shocks. Likely due to incorrect backspacing, they are what came with the car.
Front 215/65/15
Planned:
Rear 275/45/20
Front 235/50/18
The Eaton springs I am looking at are +1.5 in the back and -2 in the front (without A/C) ~ $820 shipped.
The PMT coilovers are $886 before shipping.
Below is a pic of the front ride height without the hood and bumper installed. I know the springs will settle a little with time, but not the 6.5" i am currently seeing from the top of the wheel arch to the top of the tire.
This is the stance I am shooting for.
Any advice on lowering springs vs. coilovers and tire backspacing would sure be appreciated so that I can achieve the overall stance I am looking for.
I know I have that info somewhere. I it got once, a long time ago, from a shop that did an alignment for me. It was a range, at least 1 inch, maybe two, but that doesn't help either of us right now. The dimension was from the top of the wheel arch to the ground. I know where it should be, I just have to do some archeology on my desk to see if it is there.
Just ordered the new shoes for the Galaxie. Ridler 650 chrome wheels. I know that many are not a fan of newer style wheels on these older cars, but this fit the bill for the look I am going for.
I love those wheels. While I like the vintage look and wheels also, I will be upgrading to big brakes and they just wont fit under a 14 or 15" wheel. Those wheels will look awesome! post pics when you get them on please
I am back on the hunt for a set of these upper control arm nuts/plates. Touring919 was very nice and shipped me a pair, but the USPS has lost them in transit. As I mentioned to Tourin919, they can get me a $2 rubber spatula from Amazon, but these hard to find parts get lost......ughhhhh.
If anyone has a pair they are willing to part with, I am happy to pay a reasonable price for them.
I am back on the hunt for a set of these upper control arm nuts/plates. Touring919 was very nice and shipped me a pair, but the USPS has lost them in transit. As I mentioned to Tourin919, they can get me a $2 rubber spatula from Amazon, but these hard to find parts get lost......ughhhhh.
If anyone has a pair they are willing to part with, I am happy to pay a reasonable price for them.
Don't reinvent the wheel. Safe money and a truck load of time. Call PMT Fabrication direct. Super helpful people with a massive amount of experience. He will let you know spring height and compression rate based on a final stance or look you're going for. He can have them made to order as I recall. *Springs can cut off a hand or arm. Just do it once and move on to other areas of your Galaxie.
You must be cautious when driving close to the fender lip. During suspension travel, the rear 3-link Panhard bar suspension sways from side to side. Ask me about the worn-out Goodyear L60 15s in white letters from the past that were stationery-perfect.
Wouldn't it be better to chop the springs anyway, since then you get a slightly increased springrate?
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