Thanks for the feedback guys, this is what I'm looking for, whether pro or con. After taking a closer look at the front wheels, I have discovered they do sit rearward a couple inches from the center of the wheel well. Good catch on that. I believe the original wheelbase was 113". Since the car body retains its stock dimensions, should I shoot for that measurement based on the location of the rear spindle, because it looks pretty well centered in wheel well opening? Or, base the new suspension location dead center of front fender well opening?

I believe the entire car sits too high and would like to drop it down a bit. Not sure of how much. Don't want a ground hugger. I'm thinking a 2" drop front and rear. Do you guys think that stance would be enough? Would I loose any handling? If I would switch from 14" to 17" wheels, wouldn't that negate the 2" drop? What would the maximum tire size I could install without having issues? Is the drop that is desired measured from the bottom of frame to the ground?

I'm not the kind of guy that goes with the latest fad. I understand that 14" wheels are out of style, but at the moment, I kind if like them. Maybe next week I'll change my mind. I really haven't given the wheels much thought.....maybe I should.

I agree that steering column and headers are not top priority at the moment. What I was trying to ask but failed to ask properly is this; after the new front suspension is installed, should I install new headers at this time before installing and repositioning new steering column, then route the linkage from steering column to rack and pinion? Or, finish entire steering and then find headers that will fit?

Thanks for the input guys, you have opened my eyes and filled my head with ideas. Now to go take some aspirin!!! LOL.


Thanks,
Bill