How to: Install the 64-72 GM A-Body Rear Coilover Kit

[@QA1TECH]

Looking for help with our first version of this Rear System? Check out the video for it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp_IpGZ7oq-aitU

[@EdTexas68]

I'm installing this as we speak. that top shock mount was a mutha!!!

[@b2customs696]

I really can’t wait to install my level 2 set up on my 67 Malibu!!

[@b2customs696]

Is there a way to get just the updated brackets?

[@QA1TECH]

@@b2customs696 You can, but the shock length is different from the old kit shock length. So you would at best still be at stock ride height. You wouldn't be able to go lower. You would most likely need a new spring as well. Please give our tech team a call and they will be able to answer your questions!

[@drewadams5629]

Do you mind me asking how it went? How does it handle and do you like the kit?

[@frekkledipped]

I didnt see you install/ fab the upper bracket, Im redoing my 65 GTO looking for rear vids with DETAIL

[@firecatsrt]

Do you sell just the mounting brackets separately? I have your coilovers and no brackets

[@leekallen]

The bolts and nuts closest to the wheels is a real B-ooch. You have to be a magician to even get the nut on the hole. I why did you guys leave that part out of the video? Any suggestion out do I need to have it welded. The only anyone could get that in is to raise the body.

[@humpworm]

I have a 1970 Chevelle Malibu. Will this QA1 setup adjust Higher than the standard height of the car. Looking for Hight on the front & rear of the car. Thanks Great Video.

[@QA1TECH]

On the SS trim, this kit will raise it about a 1/2 inch over ride height.

[@humpworm]

I just experienced a frustrating experience with my rear QA1 coilovers vs my New Exhaust. The people that were installing the QA1's sait that I would have to remove & redirect my exhaust system.. I probably wouldn't have purchased the shocks if I new I needed to hack up my exhaust system...🤔

[@QA1TECH]

We apologize for this inconvenience and confusion. Please call our tech team at 952-985-5675

[@joshostare1291]

I probably could have worked around my exhaust on the 70 cutlass but I pulled it and made the install a Million times easier.

[@BowtieSpecialties]

can i adjust the rear so that theres hardly any travel up/down? im working on a 70 chevelle and the customer has very to little clearance on the rear wheels to the rear fenders.

[@QA1TECH]

I would recommend reaching out to our tech team for some recommendations on the setup you are looking for! 952-985-5675 or [e-mail]

[@albundyrocks2115]

I bought a 1964-67 A-Body Ford 9 Inch Housing/Axles with Coilover Suspension using QA1 coil overs from Speedway Motors. The axle housing they show in their ad has the shock and trailing arm brackets reversed from all the videos I've watched about this install. They have the shock mount inboard of the trailing arm bracket. Will this even work? Looks like the upper shock mount sets the geometry of the shock. However, the housing they sent me has the shock mount outboard but their mounts don't allow for the lower bracket to be mounted to the side. Your bracketry does fit if I remove the piece that bolts to the side of the mount but I still question if this will work. I hope this makes sense. I've been in contact with them but they are not the experts so I'm hoping you can help me determine if this will work before I get too far along in the install. Thank you

[@QA1TECH]

The brackets were engineered around the factory housing. If this housing is different from factory, it may not work or would need modification. We have not test fitted on this housing, so we cannot confirm if it will work or not.

[@ParisTheMotorhead]

I have a 72 Monte Carlo. I want to go with the level 2 handling kit but with some changes to the rear. Instead of having coil overs in the rear I want to get the single adjustable stocker star shocks TS801 along with replacing the stock spring because I don't want to do any drilling. Would that be a good setup and produce great ride? Thanks

[@albundyrocks2115]

I'm in the process of installing this system in my '66 Buick GS. I notice that you avoid all questions related to the install of the top bracket. I can't see any way to get a nut on that third hole that needs to be drilled. So what's the option? weld in place? This bracket need to be redesigned because the third hole is useless if you can't get to it. Or am I missing something?

[@QA1TECH]

There are ways to achieve it, we understand it’s a hard task. The bolt can come in from the top as well if that’s easier. Please call into our tech line and they’ll be happy to offer some recommendations. 952-985-5675

[@OOMAN]

We are looking at installing this kit on my son's '69 ElCamino. Would you recommend the 150# (RCK52336), 175# (RCK52337), or other rate of springs for this application?

[@QA1TECH]

Depending on what you are planning to do with the vehicle, we typically recommend the 150 lb. spring option.

[@OOMAN]

@@QA1TECH ElCamino has a 383 Stroker, ~425hp, and a T-56 Magnum 6-speed conversion. Mostly street car use, but occasionaly carry some cargo, like a couple e-bikes which weigh 100# each, or other stuff. Should weigh between 1,550-1,600#, plus some cargo capacity (~50# more than the Chevelle's base weight) .

[@QA1TECH]

@@OOMAN Then I would look at the stiffer spring rate to be safe!

[@merob3191]

Are we supposed to remove the old springs? And is it ok to leave old springs in for support?

[@QA1TECH]

These coil-over setups are designed to bolt into the shock location and replace the factory shock and spring. We do not recommend keeping the old spring in.

[@michaelthomas-cq9xv]

please tell us WHAT is the advantage to installing coil overs.

[@QA1TECH]

Lowered stance, ride quality adjustability to fine tune your performance and handling, better cornering, easy bolt-on replacement, among other great benefits!

[@patrickrayo9731]

Chevelle Guy , I began to install this kit in my 65 chevelle. After installing the upper bracket I found I couldn't install the upper shock bolt due to it hitting the frame. Any ideas as I don't want to weaken the frame in that area. Thanks for the help! PR

[@QA1TECH]

Some frames have an additional support gusset and you may need to install the shock into the bracket and then install the bracket into the frame.

[@walt8089]

We are running the old kit on a 67' Chevelle and 295/50/15's so we want the car up from stock height, DS902 C/O 's and 14HT50 springs. Do you have a part # on just the new lower bracket mounts.

[@QA1TECH]

Hi there! At this time, we are not able to sell the lower brackets separate from the coil-over kit.

[@michaelcipparulo7181]

what does it look like with the exhaust in place, you seem to leave that part out.

[@QA1TECH]

Please reach out to our tech team and they will be happy to assist you! 952-985-5675 or [e-mail]

[@humpworm]

I just received my QA1's front & back. But I didn't see the tool for adjusting the hight. 😐

[@QA1TECH]

Currently the spanner wrenches are not included with the coil-over kits. www.qa1.net/automotive/suspension/accessories/spanner-wrenches-and-thrust-bearing-kits

[@lamarcusburston8052]

I need a similar bracket like this for my gbody. I did a disc conversion on my rear and the gbody bracket that comes with the kit seems like it will have my shock hitting the caliper. Will this bracket work for my application or is there another solution? I can’t find this bracket online anywhere either

[@QA1TECH]

This bracket is only available with the coil-over kit for specific applications. We currently do not offer it for our G-Body applications.

[@72fasterthanyou]

I’m confused… the ride height range is 14-15”… so there’s only 1 inch of adjustment on the spanner nuts?? The rest is on the bracket I guess?

[@QA1TECH]

Yes, the bracket offers ride height adjustability as well.

[@wildwillie8898]

What's the parts number ???

[@QA1TECH]

What's the YMM of your vehicle?

[@rgrider6736]

what is the part # for this kit?

[@b2ja03]

What happens if or when the upper shock mount busts?

[@QA1TECH]

Hi there. Sorry to hear this happened and we would like to know more. Please reach out to our tech team and they will be able to offer some assistance. 952-985-5675

[@b2ja03]

@@QA1TECH it hasn’t but have heard it can, looking for input as I am interested in coil overs but hesitant

[@QA1TECH]

@@b2ja03 If it happens, which isn't common, it could have possibly been the wrong setup for that car. If you reach out to our techs, they would be happy to walk you through the process! Our coil-over shocks do come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

[@dannystevensjr7711]

what part number is the rear coil-over kit with the adjustable brackets? Thanks you

[@QA1TECH]

What's the YMM of your vehicle and are you looking for single or double adjustable coil-overs?

[@dannystevensjr7711]

1969 Chevy Chevelle, small block. thanks for your time & videos

[@QA1TECH]

@@dannystevensjr7711 Single adjustable part number is RCK52340 and the double adjustable part number is RCK52336

[@dannystevensjr7711]

@@QA1TECH Thanks for the info....Im working on a "BARN FIND" & have no reason not to UPGRADE as I go,,

[@jasonlee1964ify]

While installing this system i.came across a couple poor engineering items. First upper plate is welded together which makes the eyelet for upper shock established. Issue is when ulyou install the 3rd bopt you have to drill for the plate is appx. 1/2" from touching. Which means once you tighten down.the shock.eyelet is no longer precise since it's welded amd was configured prior to you bending plate

[@juicenash1458]

Would this be the kit for 1971 Pontiac Grandville

[@QA1TECH]

No, this is for the A-Body GM cars, the Grand Ville is a B-Body car.

[@jimthomas1989]

$700 dollars for 2 shocks ? I'll pass !

[@QA1TECH]

The $700 includes more than just 2 shocks. It includes the adjustable shocks, springs, mounting brackets and all the hardware you need for installation.

[@Gtogrl69]

For ur 64 to GM.....lol @ TW

[@busman7228]

Sorry but video is unwatchable with that horrid music

[@QA1TECH]

Thank you for the feedback. We'll look at different music in our next videos. Thanks!

[@fmissale65]

while i also found this video to be useless, you can always turn the super enthusiastic music down.