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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Another 911 front end/fuchs question

Posted by: germaneighter Mar 5 2006, 10:58 PM

I have a '74 that I eventually want to do a V8 conversion to. The current front suspension seems to have been lowered. Don't know why but the slightest bump in the road really jarrs you. Feels like it has no travel at all. The struts are probobly worn out.

I want to renew the front end but also want anything I do to be a usable upgrade with the future V8. I'm thinking a 911 front end would make sence. (I want to convert to 5-lug also.)

I've located a complete SC front but he wants $1150.00. Seams steep.
Anyone have a more reasonable one for sale close to Tulsa?

I have also located a set of 5.5 X 14 Fuchs that are in OK condition. What would be a reasonable price for these? Should I even mess with 14"? I want to keep the original fender profile for now so I need a wheel that will fit stock opening. What is the best Fuchs size for stock fenders?

Any suggestions?

Posted by: ! Mar 5 2006, 11:04 PM

Way too much for a front end....you can get 16x6s for 75-100 bucks each in most cases.....a 205/50 will fit real nice on the front. Those 14s are getting harder to find decent tires.

A 16x7 in some cases will fit on the rear with 225/45s with a little fender lip roll. 7s are about 200 each more or less.

500-600 will get a nice SC front end with brakes, calipers and the whole shebang including struts.

"I" would post a want to buy ad on Pelican or Rennlist 911 list/BBS....

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 5 2006, 11:09 PM

you probably need a bump steer kit to lower the rack at the mounts to match the lower suspension.

Also try Oklahoma foriegn. (sp)