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Complete Front & Rear Bolt-In Suspension Kits

Started by Moparman01, January 15, 2015, 12:12:11 AM

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Moparman01

Even tho I'm quite a ways away from bolting on the suspension on my project 68 Charger I'm doing the research now so that I'm ready when the time comes. I had settled on going with the Just Suspension "The Works" complete front/rear kit, seemed like the best value and most complete kit on the market for a bolt on upgrade type suspension. But now that kit is nowhere to be found on Just Suspensions web site (I've also noticed they no longer advertise in any of the Mopar mags anymore). So I have to look else where I guess. I have looked around the web a little bit but can't seem to find any total kits, most have other odds and ends that need to be bought separate, some even from other venders! For instance, I was considering the Hotchkiss TVS bolt in suspension, but it is far from complete, and at around $3500 it's missing the shocks, disc breaks & lines, and a few others things that have be bought separately   (all parts found in the "The Works" kit for the same money). So can anyone point me in the right direction? Again, I'm looking for complete stock style but upgraded (bigger sways bars, torsion bars, discs ect.,), front and rear kit (with rear leaf springs obviously), not the custom pro touring tubular rack and pinion stuff. Thanks!!

myk

Based on my personal experience, as well as with others here, the Hotchkis TVS is well worth the expense. 

The reason why no other suspension packages are complete is because of the level of customization that usually accompanies these cars.  The TVS is pieced as it is because their suspension goals are met with that exact combination of parts.  Anything else, be it wheels, brakes, whatever, is up to the owner.  You might want to try Firm Feel as well; they have suspension packages that you can piece together, but I implore you to reconsider the TVS; the sway bars and shocks alone were enough to really balance out the car...

Moparman01

Thanks for the info, that helps a lot!! Yes I am still considering the TVS Hotchkis system, but I'm also shopping around. Although I don't intend to road race the car, but with Watkins Glen raceway right in my backyard it will make a lap or 2 around the track once in a while! My original suspension is shot, need all new anyways so upgrading makes sense! Myk, you have the TVS system on your Charger? What else is needed besides brakes and shocks to complete the package? I'm going to talk to Hotchkis and see if they will work with me and eliminate the $400 bolt in frame connectors as I already have a set of laser cut connectors from US Car Tool I bought awhile back, maybe they can replace them with a set of front discs or their own shocks. This is my first resto project, I'm trying to do the best I can to make sure the car is done right the first time!

1974dodgecharger

Just buy everything piece meal and it will be cheaper than tvs check ebay prices or carid.com when everything is bought cheap its cheaper than the whole tvs kit plus u can buy what u need vs tvs whole kit.  I need the bracez and ill be happy dont think ill need strut rods.

Hotchkis well worth it........u will not disappoint. ...

HPP

Did you call Just Suspension to see if they still offer it but quit advertising it? There also is PST for complete overhaul and upgrade kits.

Don't forget Firm Feel as well. They can package together everything you need or sell it in pieces as budget allows.

bill440rt

Quote from: 1974dodgecharger on January 16, 2015, 01:31:41 AM
Just buy everything piece meal and it will be cheaper than tvs check ebay prices or carid.com when everything is bought cheap its cheaper than the whole tvs kit plus u can buy what u need vs tvs whole kit.  I need the bracez and ill be happy dont think ill need strut rods.

Hotchkis well worth it........u will not disappoint. ...

X2
That is how I got my Hotchkis stuff.
Hotchkis swap meet specials, other parts purchased thru other suppliers' online discounts, and don't forget Summit Racing will match and/or beat competitors' pricing.
Still, even when I found out the Hotchkis torsion bars I purchased thru another one of their licensed suppliers were incorrect, Hotchkis STILL stepped up to the plate and came thru with a correct set for me.  :yesnod:

I mixed & matched components as well:
Rebuild kit with urethane bushings from PSC.
Hotchkis UCA's, shocks, and sway bars.
Aluminum strut rods.
Aluminum tie rod sleeves from Mancini racing with bigger C-body ends.
MP rear leaf springs with MP frame connectors.
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