Starting to get back to work on the car and kicking around ideas.
Pedal knock back was from the rear axle. If I tighten up all the pads and rotate the right rear wheel one revolution the inside brake pad has about 1/16 clearance and is loose in the housing.
So, something is bent and with it being from 1958 I would like to put in something else.
I can either continue with the suspension I have and run a solid axle. Kinda pricey for a new axle and have to re-do all the brackets.
OR
I can play around with building an IRS setup. I would probably build my own subframe and mount a Gen V Diff to the chassis, then build my own control arms. Use either a Vette or Gen V camaro knuckle/brake setup.
Thoughts??
Also, debating on going with 18's and a 26" tire (Compared to the 20's and 29" tire on it now) to lower the car some.
PRO:
more tires available
cheaper tires
less rotating mass
CON:
Not even remotely as sweet and cool looking.
Also, is there an optimal sidewall size? 35, 40, 45, etc?
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