<VV> Opinion on rear coil springs

[Chris & Bill Strickland]

>You are correct that the 1964 leaf springs are "weaker" because the 
>transverse leaf spring carries a significant portion of the load.
>

Let's correct this correction -- the 1964 leaf springs are "weaker" to 
reduce the roll center height, transferring more weight to the outside 
front tire in corners.  The leaf spring was added to support the rear 
without adding to the roll center height. Stock front sway bars are part 
of the package.

The 63 springs, if they are "new" will likely be a bit stiffer than the 
oem 63 springs, ala should work very nice on a vert.  Not as nice as the 
full 64 setup, but as noted, they are paid for, and 64 coils only is not 
an option one should consider.  Save your parts money for the correct 64 
parts you need.

When you take your 64 springs out, mark them left and right, if they are 
still original to those two locations -- but since the A-arms have been 
changed, maybe the springs got swapped, too.

Curious, how do you wear out an A-arm?  Damage I understand, but 'worn 
out' I do not.

Bill Strickland