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  1. 10-14-2006 06:05 PM #1
    S&S62biscayne
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    55 Buick front upgrade

     



    Can anyone tell me if they have ever updated the front suspension on a 55 Buick.
    I have a 55 Special 2 dr ht ive lined up a 454-T/400 i wnt to fit but i want an independant front i was thinking late 70,s camaro, or maybe later corvette.
    The rear is ok with a 9" and tubbed out.
    Any help would be graet
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  3. 10-14-2006 07:30 PM #2
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    You mean a 55 Buick doesn't have independant front suspension?

    I think it does....................
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  4. 10-14-2006 07:31 PM #3
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    Not real familiar with the older Buford's, what is the frame width and the track width on the car now? Another consideration for swap material might be an early 80's Malibu or Caprice front stub....
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    I want to get rid of the king pin front and update with disc brakes.
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  6. 10-16-2006 05:46 AM #5
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    My choice would be a sub frame from a Gen II Camaro. You get it all.
    .....ps,power disc brakes & a sway bar.
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