I missed this post initially since I use the Ford/Chevy forum almost exclusive.  This is a really a cool project and I wish you many happy hours in the garage.

Hope it is OK to reopen this forum.  On looking over the info, I came across the Classic Roadsters Duchess which is based on Ford power.  Then I noticed that it has Chevette suspension.  Is this correct?

Next issue – front studs have been cut to 3/4 inch to allow the old spaces to be mounted.  So I need to replace all studs.

OK – first step – replace tires (and rims)

and see how high the front is.

No drop axles for Chevette.  But I can use a special longer ball joint that lowers car 1″ and then cut springs one coil for another inch.  The front end sits pretty high now.  There is no manual for front engine Chevette, but the CMC Chevette Manual says to cut one coil from the front springs.  I decided on 15×7 wheels 35 mm offset with 205…[Read more]

Post at 3:30 AM – wow thanks.  Mine is not VW either, Chevette based with VW rims to look somewhat like original.  Good point that I should keep same size tire.  What is current size you are running and what offset are your rims.  Your suspension is Pinto – correct?

OK – since I’ve done some research for rims/tires.  I’ll post and see what anyone has to say.  Currently BCW has Volkswagen 15 inch rims on Chevette suspension (4×100) with a 1 inch thick adapter.  The VW rims are 4 1/2 inch wide and have about a +45 mm offset.  I propose to remove adapter gaining 1 inch inboard.  I calculate that I can fit up a…[Read more]

Oh, I forgot to ask.  If I get new tires, I might get new updated rims, remove adapter for VW wheels, and use the Chevette bolt pattern (4×100).  Any info on the correct offset (and ideas for rims, I believe Honda and many others fit).

My camber changes a lot between an empty car and with two people in car.  I know some change is possible, but mine seems to be more than normal.  Do others have this issue?  Front end is too high and I was thinking of shorter springs.  This extra stiffness might help.  I want to solve this before I get into caster/camber changes.  Thanks.

Thanks.  Agree on toe-in.  Tires are over 8 years, I think based on prior owner comments.  So I need to replace them.  Would the negative camber have any bearing at all?