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    Front coilovers

    Which is the correct hole to use, upper or lower to attach front coilovers to the upper control arm on a Gen 2?
    Most photos I’ve seen posted use the upper. Someone at FF5 suggested the lower.
    Last edited by Dduty; 08-11-2019 at 04:08 PM.

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    I used the uppers. I've been told the lower are for the truck
    33 Hot Rod w/ deluxe 32 nose
    350 SBC and 700r4 automatic, 8.8 rear with 3.55 gears
    Order date:4/25/19, Deliver date 6/10/19
    First run 10/6/2019, Go cart 11/3/2019

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    Here's what I ended up with for my Gen 2. I will be running full fenders. For the rear 3-link, I'm still finishing up. Needed a new rod end.
    - I used the lower hole in the lower control arm mount and have the bolt pointing up to get a little more range of motion for the lower arm.
    - I used the upper holes in the upper control arm as I think that works better in mounting the Radiator.
    - I used the lower holes in the upper control are for the upper shock mount to get a bit more preload and ride height for the full fenders.

    I figure all of this will work out just fine once I get it all together.

    Update Jan 8, 2020
    - Used the upper hole for the lower control arm for consistency. However, needed to relocate the grease fitting to clear the steering rack.
    - The spring adjuster is 2.9 inches up the black collar. This puts a bit of preload into the system and with a preliminary fitting ride height looks about 5 at the frame and about 6 at the radiator. Exact dimensions once the Rear is adjusted.
    Last edited by peterh226; 01-08-2020 at 07:18 PM. Reason: Changed to upper hole on the lower control arm.
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    '33 Hot Rod 2nd Gen. Blueprint 383 Sniper TKO Delivered 4/14/2019
    Full Fenders, Top, 3-Link, Wilwoods
    YOKOHAMA ADVAN NEOVA AD08 R | Fr 245/45 R17 | Rr 295/30 R18
    AR605 Torq-Thrust M Chrome | Fr 17x8 | Rr 18x10

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