Author Topic: Upgrading Shocks Have Some Questions (Read 6199 times)

the_cuda_guy · « **on:** March 18, 2015, 02:31:21 AM »

As my 1973 cuda continues its evolution into a street/strip car I was wanted to inquire about what I need to do to be able to add some double adjustable shocks all the way around it but more specifically for this thread the front shocks.

It is a completely stock set up as of now. I'm wanting to add some double adjustable shocks like an AFCO or something like that. Do I need to replace the stock control arms to do so?

Don

bOb shingler · « **Reply #1 on:** March 18, 2015, 10:18:22 AM »

not always but it's probably a good idea too go to the after market type, you can get a btter alignment.

68shifter · « **Reply #2 on:** March 19, 2015, 08:48:10 PM »

You don't have to replace the stock LCA. Like Bob said if your rules allow it not a bad idea, usually in conjunction with the uppers. In either case the length typically is the same.

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Search?query=+1063850M

Here's a list of the 3850/60 Afcos. You'll want to measure your suspension compressed and extended just to double check.

Good luck.

the_cuda_guy · « **Reply #3 on:** March 20, 2015, 03:10:11 PM »

Thanks guys for the replies!

Don

KathrynBib · « **Reply #4 on:** November 22, 2019, 10:15:37 AM »

I need some help on what to do if I want to upgrade my 77 spider with a Weber 38 ADLD 150 . Unfortunately my car has the accelerator linkage with the drum and spring type.
What do I need to change if I want to install a 38 ADLD?
Thanks for the input