<VV> front suspension rework from early to late question

[Bryan Blackwell]

As I recall Bob Marlow has a late front end bolted into his '64, Chuck  
Cromwell did it as well.  Be aware that the track is wider - you'll  
need to deal with tire clearance somehow.

--Bryan

On Nov 13, 2009, at 9:13 AM, DON W HILTPOLD JR wrote:

> I am in the process of building a mid engine sbc V8 and I have  
> modified the rear suspension ( I only have to look into a spring set  
> up for the weight difference ). I;m running FC axles and a modified  
> Buick disc brake hub as a spacer. My main question is about the  
> front suspension, can I swap out the upper & lower control arms with  
> late model parts or can I remove the entire front suspension piece  
> and replace with late? Is there a difference as to how the steering  
> may be affected? I have a late model suspension unit that I can  
> rebuild and replace with new springs for the weight change,  
> currently working on clutch set up and shifter linkage, once that is  
> completed I will start work on the front end. Any suggestion on the  
> issue presented.