Thank you Bob......

You have reminded me of something that I had completely forgotten...the trailing arm suspension. I just couldn't put my finger on what this car needed for my application.....I believe the trailing arm set up is exactly what I was searching for...I was just plain brain dead....been readin' too many magazines I guess! Great idea!

I'm going to do some measuring right away and see if I spot any potential problems with the shorter trailing arm geometrics... I can't think of anything right off the bat that would cause a major problem. I'm not sure just how a shorter trailing arm will affect the pinion angle...during the more abrupt up and down travel. At first glance I believe you have hit the nail on the head for what I'm trying to accompolish.... It will remove the leaf springs and give me another 3 or 4 inches for tires (a great bonus) as well as addressing the ride and launch situation.... Not super trick and high dollar (unless it was on a Nascar) but practical and just right for this "oldies" street ride and my pocket book. Thanks again, Bob.

Maybe someone out there has seen or tried something similar to this before...I'd be interested in information regarding the do's and dont's anyone has experienced on any trailing arm fabrication... or stock trailing arm modifications that might be applicable. It's always easier after you've done one, and would surely save some trial and error here.....

Many thanks, best regards...Stan

..."take a deep seat and get a far away look in your eye"...