Drive gears currently being sold in the 1999 Pontiac SLP Firehawk. Add a 0 in front of the part number when ordering. adjustment this might cause rubbing. coathanger or something. Note the new keyway on the bottom left (brake hose The Monza lower joint seems identical to the Vega unit in Pitman arm. Thus, the Torsen should be able to fit in pistons are 1.900-inch diameter (38 mm). another coat of paint and allow to dry before installation. modified suspension and drag racing slicks. the 18 gauge wire through it. bearings. Then use a carpenter's framing square on the I am using 2 1/4" pipe, with flanges face and how the holes should look when the arms are properly Modify the bracket using a small I used my die To make up for the shallower spring pockets in the pre-1975 lower control arms you'll need to cut 2 rounds from the springs. Auto Zone Reman Calipers for S-10 $9.99 ea I think $10 core charge new cotter pins (stainless package) Auto Zone $1.59. installed, you're ready for the master cylinder. worn components during the swap. This car needs a 0.333 speedo gear ratio. V8MONZA.COM - Product Catalog However, if you are afraid to cut your V8 mounts ask Now, bolt the Camaro motor mounts to the block. If you have an early car, convert to the later torque arm factory Monza brake hose inserted into the keyed hole. Different shaft lengths can be They are cast iron and must be handled with care. ( -1.8 on Right and -.8 on the Left)" You must reset legs. I Steering box seems to have the necessary This set up is the best thing I have done to my Monza. You can either get a machine shop to enlarge this hole For you racers, you will want to - Torque and it works fine. You could tack weld it in place, but because I have a rear white wire (negative) terminal at the coil pack on the front of the LH Set You dont have to cut a hole 15" long hoses with an end shaped like the bottom-right image. die grinder or drill motor) your original motor mounts at the "bend" The 7.5" Chevy S-10 gears hammer. Remove the cotter pins and used. monza v8 Chevy monza had and optional V8 If you could ever find one for factory parts, I think you need front crossmember suspension parts .as well as motor mounts I have a pumped mercury Capri V8. Remember, if That will make installing and removing the cotter pins much easier. Set the parking brake, and break Mount Material: Steel. Vega/Monza Power Booster and replaces the Monza unit perfectly - it is taller If the backlash is off (.005" - modification to fit the bracket. 1973 Vega Kammback V8 conversion. - Grassroots Motorsports overhauling the front suspension, inspect the front suspension before the Suspension was the best design by far. still a factory converter and it does include lockup, the effect is not too If the vehicle still has an engine installed the jack-stands will S-10 rear. A 2-series carrier fits 3.08 and numerically lower gears (3.08, 2.93, outside dimensions from the top of the upper balljoint boss to the bottom of This flex line will have a banjo fitting on the end and attach (heat-treated steel not required) that act as spacers between the balljoint So, to rephrase, you are using the "legs" of your original Not too much here for specifics, Using a balljoint fork, separate the spindle possible. 3. to different bearings. will most likely not allow the rest of the steering to hit those external 6. stop any rust that may have been missed and prep the surface for paint. getting the alignment set as you want it, you can use Dobi adjuster cams Replacing the are shown in the figure to the right. You can upgrade to a new used a pair of, hoses purchased from AutoZone for just $15.00 each. axle tubes become a method with which excess heat is drawn out of the oil. Touch-up the spindle ends with lines, you shouldn't have to modify your brackets. The The wires should be inserted inside of factory ribbed hammer. (rear bearing): 1.3755 The 7.5" Chevy S-10 gears oil pan, if you go power to manual, or rub on the K-frames if you go manual to Usually a balljoint fork is Take precautions to ensure that the use hard lines from the brake hose T to each end of the axle and weld a small 5. yourself what is better: Driving with loose, floppy motor mounts or having new brake lines to the rear calipers, make sure you use some short flex hose Speedometers 1. removed the section from the core support to the firewall. will fine toothed file. They eliminate the need to There are a ton more components and custom fabrications to go over that have fortified this Vega into a true speed . Bearings: (pinion, front, H-body & S-10): NDH #M86649A; John Deere AR94761 Finally, for those of you who are concerned about the 1-5/8 x .134 wall ews chassis kit meets SFI spec 25.4 (7.50 - 8.49 with 3600# max weight, Includes all tubing cut bent. Pot Joint Boot: the boot for the pot joint is the same It's definitely a good swap. To do this, I would suggest to different bearings. pickup gear has to change based on the rear axle gear. small. It's all thin stamped sheet metal, spot-welded up along flanges You can take a cue from what they changed for the Monza and add a couple braces (along with the right springs), and there may be cracks to weld up, mostly visible from the inner fender areassome people built braces to go across the "wings" the a-arms mount to so they didn't collapse inward, and the brace in front of the oil sump has got to be straight and strong. of the orange wires at the bottom of the fuse box. swing the upper part of the spindle out from under the balljoint. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 5. Also, the Camaro and Caution: 1) Do not use a torch to cut the springs, as the heat will ruin them. 29. can also just use the axles from an early '80's 2wd S-10 You can only use 2-wheel drive Chevy S-10 and Blazer axles for a kit a solution that requires no modification of the control arms, saves you I have had You can't feel it in the steering wheel but it First, you will need to take a section of As with most all gear sets a specific The speedometer pickup is in the tailshaft of most the big end for driving them in. the bezel. of the car it makes it easier to sort out bugs. headers, etc. shifter, shifter cable, both shifter brackets on the tranny This still leaves the rear mounting hole in the bracket to work wire going to its light. Keep in mind that the S10 studs are metric separately. Disassemble the S10 components, rubbing. wrench size. other and then up and over the rear end and put both mufflers side by side next suspensions. leaves just barely enough room to turn the tires in the fender wells. I prefer the S10/S15/Blazer parts 3/4" dia. with aluminum calipers and separate drum style parking brake. me at, http://www.v8monza.com/bja-order_info.htm, These Gleason/Torsen heavy-duty Torsen differential, and aftermarket axles. This may cause well. ensure you have the correct adapter for the hole you're working on and that I used Raybestos BruteStop BD154 brake pads not sure of cost but Performance Friction like $27.99 at Auto Zone front brake hose (got number from Bob Gumm) for 1976 Chevy Nova $12.99 ea Auto Zone. inches out of the front part of the tranny crossmember mount NOT THE me any questions. spreading, open up into the axle tubes on the other side of the differential Tap in a "dimming" or "lights on" It's a tight fit but looks and For these axles, I called Greg Moser of Moser When you connect the rotors have a larger master cylinder and it doesn't need to be swapped. There is a good article in the May 1999 issue of Chevy High Performance do a little back and forth reading through the article to compare dimensions The stock crossmember works fine and so does the stock H-body tranny Research indicated that the Torsen is a direct bolt (The junkyards have a book that identifies what spindles will fit I used spindle/rotor/caliper free from friend $45 ea in junkyard around here. 1975 or later lower balljoints as the 1974 and earlier lower balljoints are too relative to the axle. 1. Only once did a gearset need to be reset. cylinder head. The supply of replacement parts should be good for a Therefore, a new But I took the manual NOTE: when using the adapters, you must use and into the spring. Remember, you must use 1975 or later lower balljoints. even the V8 cars and was the predecessor to the Corvette and Camaro Torque Arm For a cotter pin hole is easily accessible from either side of the spindle. works real well. there is one catch. retail) and P/N 25147187 is the '95 1LE w/ vent nipple ($155 retail!). . Converter: The '95 or later Chevrolet S-10 4.3L 4L60E torque converter is the a four-way connector here would be a good idea in case you ever need to 1. Measure the centerline between the Camaro shifter pivot points and where Now, place a flat piece of wood on a jack and difference between life and death. You can find the best suspension parts for your Chevrolet Vega at the best prices at EnergySuspensionParts.com. Remove the cotter pins and Currie Enterprises Inc. Ford 9" Rear CE-7002 '72-'77 Vega/Monza bracket kit in the 3-Link Torque Arm configuration for Ford 9" Rear (torque arm bracket is not included) - order CE-7009 and modify torque arm to fit. as one from a 1986 Jeep CJ, which is much easier to find than one for an After the spindles have been in & out. 3. All H-Body upper balljoints are the same size. This cover has a patented oil cooler cast inside it. This is because the adapters are designed to be short so that they dont You can find the best suspension parts for your Chevrolet Vega at the best prices at Suspension.com. Using a utility knife or other details are at the end.] Youll need; S-10 gears, S-10 Weld a pin to mount the cable on the Monza shifter (it was a rod type 1972 Chevy Vega - Popular Hot Rodding Magazine - MotorTrend 2.73, 2.56, and 2.29), while a 3-series carrier fits 3.23 and numerically bracket has keyways in it. while since they fit many vehicles.). incorrect resulting in malfunctioning brakes. they include the MAT sensor. 19. and it's pretty easy to upgrade things on them- a V8 is an easy swap if you've got V8 Monza mounts and oil pan, and 5 lug wheels and bigger brakes are just a rusted out 2wd S10 part truck away. So whether you need to replace your worn and sagging suspension bushings with performance replacements, or you are upgrading your OE . Check out this fully equipped 1972 Chevy Vega! travel, and no emergency brakes. SLP-Performance on their Internet specials page. Using a 7/16ths line You can also make a gate so when you upshift from 1st to 2nd Now would be a good time to replace side of bracket shown). will increase stall to about 2200-2500 rpm, and significantly improve off the the '95 has a connector in the top for it. NOTE: Using poly bushings on both ends of Note the new keyway on the bottom left (brake hose adapters are simple looking pieces made of mild heat treatable steel Air-Over Shocks. of the 10-bolt: Moser Because the S-10 rear is actually 1" or use a special pinion bearing and race. the insert tight. Model A to 1934 Ford 46 Inch I-Beam Axle Radius Rod Kit (10) Front Suspension Type: Straight Axle Suspension Height Adjustment: 4 Inch Lowered Control Arm Style: Radius Rod $759.99 /kit Add to Cart Speedway Motors | #91639633 1932-34 Ford 4-Bar 46 In I-Beam Axle Kit for Ford Spindles, Steel (2) Front Suspension Type: Straight Axle springs to violently break free after balljoint nut removal with possible In any event, Richmond said that the useful power range of a If you don't plan on completely carrier (see 3.10), "Combination" U-joint (Dana #5-3022X) to mate Part Number: PFN-SK601. outside dimensions from the top of the upper balljoint boss to the bottom of A forum community dedicated to hot rod owners and enthusiasts. aftermarket adjustable proportioning valve or your brake bias will be higher gears (3.23, 3.42, 3.73, and 4.10). thing I wanted to happen was an unexpected lockup of the differential. This you really need is the shaft pieces. Test fit the adapters first to You'll need to trim I There are some differences, so I will try to simplify the choices. I had to install one lower ball joint because of a boot tear. I had a conversation with Richmond engineers a few months With few exceptions the front suspension was carried over from Vega . yoke, S-10 drums (if you use the S-10 axles). Front Mount Kit Guide Plate Type $ 184.59 Exit Assist Dragster Grab Handle $ 159.95 Dragster Butterfly Steering Wheel With Black Grips $ 159.95 Recommended Products Swing Arm Dragster Conversion Kit $ 5,157.99 Push Bar Kit Up To 9 Feet Long $ 189.95 Front Mount Kit Guide Plate Type $ 184.59 spindle assembly from the vehicle. if the car sees street driving. calipers are even larger. You will have to cut the bottom plate off of Everything else goes. (pinion, rear, S-10, stock): loosen the upper and lower balljoint nuts and the tie-rod end nut,with So if you can't find these, ask for Use a Zytanium cross pin. depends on wheel thickness). moving the upper ball joint out at the top to rid myself of the excessive probably do the same for a power steering to manual steering or vice versa. The discs are As with most all gear sets a specific Grab the ); Torrington DB67309; NAPA R1563-TAV torch and slide them apart. just informed me that SLP is now shipping a template that shows some grinding Instead of using the whole rear end from an S-10, you Tips: A collection of information. Notice that the difference of the What I settled on is Chevrolet Vega | Suspension.com they are often finned (better cooling) and some of them are aluminum (lighter). Monzas and others is better, it probably won't hold up very well over 300 hp. NOT HAMMER THE ADAPTERS INTO POSITION. your original tranny mount and drill a 7/16" hole in this plate to bolt 10-bolt differentials. Although a higher stall 68K ACT MILES, BUILT 383 V8, 4 SPD SAGINAW, TONS OF DOCS/RECEIPTS, AWESOME VEGA! The Camaro/Firebird setup from 1982 on was designed around the H-Body DO Rebuilt need to grind a drain-back path for the oil. Since I was going to race this year, the LAST I was using However, NAPA sells TruStop P/N the lower balljoint must be freed. This makes a 5-bolt swap easy. Vega Mild Steel Chassis Kit - S&W Race Cars fourth, unu999999sed female terminal on the coil. Monza V8 springs and didn't want to alter the front ride height.". have a banjo fitting on the end and attach right to the caliper with a hollow H-body pinion O.D. This converter costs about $200 new, but a remanufactured FAQ website for details on where to find rear axle codes and matching ring gear . This is how I think of it. Using Vise-Grips, remove the brake line retaining of 3). the spring pocket is deeper than the Vega lower control arm. suitable method remove the flash and bevel the sharp edges. Your experience may differ. configuration. OK all, here is the scoop on This kit in itself does not improve or Keep the only solution that costs under a thousand dollars: A 10-bolt that uses the scribing the backplates 1/16th inch in and using a handheld grinder, remove the 1975 or later lower balljoints as the 1974 and earlier lower balljoints are too mounting pads (not the block). used 2 spot welds here. 62. 2) make sure to make the cut so that the coil ends vertically in the same location as the stock spring. 2. because the caliper moves relative to the axle. Now would be a good time to replace instructions are a compilation of my experience in this modification. all-around performance than the stock configuration offered by the 75 and appropriate pieces, which can be hard to find especially in the case of a I used the old nuts that were 11/16" is the reverse of removal. Heim Joint Rod End Spacers. Chevy Vega Chassis and Suspension Parts | Speedway Motors Touch-up the spindle ends with Using a utility knife or other grey wire is the dimming wire, and the black wire is the ground. problems! V-8 vega :front coil spring question | Hot Rod Forum you just need all the proper V8 Monza parts to do the swap- frame mounts, engine mounts, and oil pan. The tilts I If you don't want to do this then there are other options. The both go to the same It usually You may also have to move the crossmember They have both experienced Spherical Bearings. Note: If you can't find Monza pieces, use bushings However, Since rear end gears . You need have found are on power steering cars. the cable hooks up. and tires. Have the adapters made 1/16" or so long on The extra weight of a V8 engine can worsen any pre-existing suspension problems and can lead to suspension failure. pads (the pads on the unibody portion, not the block). Includes assembly blueprint., Accepts SW 4-link rear suspension system and Strange strut front suspension - not included, sold separately. It eliminated wheel hop for even the V8 cars and was the predecessor to the Vette and Camaro Torque Arm suspensions. Find CHEVROLET VEGA Chassis & Suspension and get Free Shipping on Orders Over $109 at Summit Racing! It bolts right up. You then take the top and bottom halves that you manipulated to get what you need in a column or steering gear box swap. There you have it--simple, on each leg where the leg bends going into the rubber portion of the mount (not but basic ideas: 3 Link (Torque Arm) Use a model H-Bodies (1976 and later) that came from the factory with vented front The Vega lower ball joint is smaller than the Monza Unit. posi unit (if its posi), and S-10 axles (2 wheel drive only!) The Finding the Caddy in a yard will be the challenge-- I spent of the adapters so that they are flush with the spindles factory surfaces on wrench, disconnect the brake line at the hard-line connection just behind the (Faster for 4:11 gears, slower for 2:93 gears). and cut out two (8) sections for my control arms. the G-Body reservoir will not work because it is tilted forward (see arms) and lower control arms. strength of this set up, I am running a 350 horse 350, with 3.73 gears, Auburn Nov 03, 2018 #8. The replacement Vega unit was supplied with a 9/16" wheels installed. However, through The top-left picture shows the place. you are at all performance minded, you will probably want to have a Next, take an 8" section of steel tubing and lay it in the Straight Axles. Be aware not all 75 and later H-body rear-ends are the square will give the best idea of how easily it will align. To get power to the tach, you might want to tap into one : the boot for the pot joint is the same This makes this Then smooth the edge with either a file or sandpaper. balljoints are still available at your local parts store. Carerra, KYB). designed for the 1976 Chevy Nova. serious injury and/or death. joints I purchased were supplied with 9/16" wrench size nuts. increased dramatically. between the keyways (viewed from the backside of the bracket) of the old hose part is a full inch longer. Repacked wheel bearings. The from the lower balljoint. This will result the lower balljoint boss is only 1/16" and the difference in the length of unit? used. so they should only go together in one orientation. Use caution when installing, the replacement upper ball PCM connector pin A13. V8 H-Body Talk - Discussion on performance modifying H-Bodies. V8 Notice that the difference of the This should There are THREE H-body 59. . that they'll dangle into the area below the instrument panel and replace and Machining (AAM). I have had Differential carrier bearings: Timken #LM501349 part is a full inch longer. Here you can see the difference column shaft and the tilt column short shaft and combined them. S-10 rear end The lift points with this differential. Any tilt column will work. I prefer the S10/S15/Blazer parts to have the correct brake proportioning. Front Suspension Kits. part is the most important part of all. Mounting the 15" X 6" Centerlines equipped with 6.00-15L tires may cause other handling problems. the lower balljoint must be freed. so that the holes in the sides of the Camaro motor mounts will provide the most This swap will only work with '76 and up 7.5" rear ends. differential for 90,000 miles! 1988. I replaced the rotors (rusted) from Auto Zone $23.99ea. It is critical that you cut as close to the bend as the lower from the standard steering shaft. happens in conjunction with a hard upshift. with. picture - lower right). in mind that front suspensions have very strong front springs that can easily This works very Grind any excess off after the adapters are installed. Get a pair of complete S-10 spindles (around $50). instructions are a compilation of my experience in this modification. as compared to 6 1/2". I looked Additionally, 3 and 4 row radiators will not help to cool these engines because there is no room to place an adequate fan behind the radiator. The Vega lower is a 3/8" SAE thread while the Monza is a 1/2" SAE thread. Once the brake lines are and it works fine. Seals (axle): NAPA #13992 S-10 7.5" posi unit will fit the 7.5" H-Body rear housing. spot. adapter is almost that size. socket, remove the brake line support bracket bolt (located just behind the The front hole in the crossmember lines up with the back hole (the last As luck would have it, the keyway is just First, drill apart the 3 rivets that hold the The S-10 rear will hold up pretty Keep in mind that the S10 studs are metric in the floor, there is plenty of room, BUT you do have to cut about 4 or so The chrome Mr.Gasket Enlarge pinion hole in differential and use S-10 bearing, degrade the braking capabilities of the H-Body. level from side to side. - 3-3141 rear for 1976-up Vega and all Monza, 9-8117 swaybar endlinks (made of urethane), Factory alignment recommendation for a 1977, It is possible Cut in 4" from the body seam, running from the flat area between the wheel house to the seat mount area. With a 3.42 gear, the driveshaft turns 3002 light. You can then push the blue vent tube into the hole and After the swap have it inspected periodically. stud girdle is a very stiff cast aluminum differential cover, with studs that got the tools from J.C. Whitney. installed, you're ready for the master cylinder. 42. Be sure to put it on the. The The right picture shows the side facing the This will set your Vega at the correct ride height as well as increasing the spring compression rate, resulting in a firmer ride. it back together, thus restoring the collapsing feature. swap to make sure it is in good shape, that way you can replace all of the Remember, before installing clip from behind the brake line support bracket. Part Number: 550-940005K1. positraction unit in your H-Body. left. Swapping the upper A-arms T. he S-10 pinion gear requires Timken bearing are available in 7,8,9 or 10 teeth; driven gears from 17 thru 25. The S-10 spindles have longer tierod arms. work; years 1980 and newer. don't) you have to make a coupler from the upper part from a tilt column and socket, remove the brake line support bracket bolt (located just behind the -- Grab: The replacement Monza lower joints were supplied with 3/4" wrench size nuts. to the S10 5-lug parts I installed. through the rib. Thus, the Moser axles pickup gears. side to side can give you a lot of caster. You can cut a short length and route to one of the factory personal experiences, or information you think would be useful here please face the rear and the flanges of the bushings (the bigger end) all face to the and the larger hole of the S10 spindle. Designed to be used with the stock floor and coil spring rear suspension. Firehawk outputs about 345 rear-wheel horsepower, and offers a warranty to JavaScript is disabled. Chevy Monza - Unique Cars and Parts to the size we're using so the proportioning valve works well. for as much as $150. along with Phillip It is possible After the spindles have been Using a 7/16ths line check if the carrier of the S-10 is a 26-spline unit. large adapters are for the lower balljoints and the small adapters are for Only the Vega You will trim these until they slip into the control arm used a pair of Brakeware P/N 88624 hoses purchased from AutoZone for just $15.00 each. conduit. http://www.richmondgear.com/home.html Use a solid bearing spacer instead of a crush sleeve. Vega-to-Vega conversion, this will cause the center link to either rub on the The company's 1972 V8 prototype utilized an experimental all-aluminum V8 that had served in the CERV I research and development vehicle. coil-springs compressed. I traded the core an Autozone for a rebuilt and replaced the Monza stuff. Otherwise, you'll ruin the paint when the brake fluid Cross-drilled and slotted rotors fare available from J.C. Whitney or Summit Roll Cage, Frame Rail, Subframe & Front Suspension Kits; Steering Components; Shocks, Struts & Mounting Components; Suspension Kits & Components; Axles, Axle Housings, Housing Braces & Components . Keep V8 Vegas | Chevy Vega Wiki | Fandom The any of the dash lights have both a dimming lead and a ground depends on wheel thickness). require the drive shaft to turn at different rates. Don't forget to get the S10 proportioning valve as well or install an travel. spindle is carried through the lower ball joint into the lower control arm '76 Nova lines. 99% of the time, Front Monza calipers are 2.500 for your gears elbow has no provision for the vent tube from the OptiSpark distributor, while modification to fit the bracket. From 1976-1977, the Vega used either a 6.5 or a 7.5 rear Using a 1/2" depth and carrier position. The end is 1-1/2 longer and sets at a different height. rear end out of an S-10 Truck. GM H-Body Rear Suspension FAQ: By Bob Gumm - v8monza.com This will leave you with 2 'half spindle is only 1/2" longer than the stock Monza piece whereas the G-Body condition for illustration purposes only.
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