64 oldsmobile

[oldscool]

i have a 64 olds jetstar1. i want to use bags in back and shockwaves up front. any suggestions on what might fit (impala? buick?), as there is no designated kit for my ride?? all help is appreciated- thanks, rich

[darren@ridetech.com]

Rich,
Is that an A-Body or Fullsize.

[oldscool]

its a fullsize, same as a starfire. -rich

[darren@ridetech.com]

Rich,
They are very similar to a Chevy but a little different. You best bet would be to use on of our universal installer packages. It will supply you with all the materials we would use to build the brackets, very minor fab. skills are needed.

[oldscool]

darren, would any of the shockwaves fit the front?? i' m a very capable wrench, but my welding' s not real pretty so i' m trying to make this as ' bolt on' as possible i' ve been trying for a while to find someone who' s done a ' 64 olds , i can' t imagine i' m the only one! i' m really dissappointed in the new coil springs i just installed ( ride height is off and ride quality sucks!) and i' m anxious to scrap ' em for an air ride

[darren@ridetech.com]

You will have to look at the Shockwave dimension page and just start measuring. First you will want to determine what height you want to drive at. With the control arm at that position measure from the top of the lower control arm (where the old shock mount is) to the shock stud hole. Also take note of how much (if any) clearancing will be need for at least a 6.5 in diameter bag. If possible I would like to get the 8" diameter bag in there. Maybe even try to figure out the motion ratio, measure the overall length of the control arm compared to the position of the lifting point.