Rear upper control arm differences

Discussion in 'The whoa and the sway.' started by steve68, Feb 11, 2006.

  1. steve68

    steve68 1968 Skylark

    Could someone tell me the difference between 64-67 rear uppers control arms and 67-72 uppers. Is it the length that differs and if so, by how much? Thanks, Steve
     
  2. steve68

    steve68 1968 Skylark

    Nevermind, I found it. Here is the info if someone is interested.

    lots of GM A-Body Parts Interchangeability info

    Upper trailing arms of 1964-67 vintage interchange, and they are 1" shorter, which will not fit into 1968-72 A-cars. 1968-72 A-cars have longer upper arms, and when switching upper arms, be careful here, in which the pinion nose angle might be affected. According to Inside '64-'72 A-Bodies, there are 10 different rear upper control arms offered. Other characteristics include clearance bulges, common with 12-bolt differentials

    Rear upper control bushing eyes differ, and the positioning of the bushing eyes will differ. 1968-72 rearend housings will have a 3/8" forward positioning, which is farther that 1964-67 rearends.
     
  3. sbbuick

    sbbuick My driving scares people!

    Great link! Lots of great info.

    Thanks!
     

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