c1 front suspinion rebuild

[PAUL BOWERS]

everyone here has been very helpful as to (?) concerning my 57 engine,but I must turn my attention toward the frt. suspinion I'm guite sure it is orginal and the car does not steer very well, the only co.I have talked to is (kantor) in n.j. does anyone have any exper.with them or would like to make any suggestion as to co.s or what to do or not do to make this rebuilt project go well,I know these parts may not end up being (show or concourse quality),
but I don't even know at this point any of my options in that area i just want car to look as good as possible and be (save)thanks very much
Paul

[Christopher R.]

Re: c1 front suspinion rebuild

Kantor has a good reputation. Their pricing is usually below that of the usual Corvette vendors.

[Clare Carpenter]

Re: c1 front suspinion rebuild

I bought my needed parts from Paragon. There is probably one or two suppliers for the various actual parts and everyone else retails those. You have a couple of ways to go. You could buy a complete rebuild kit or just buy what you actually need to replace. It would help if you have could have someone experienced with the susepension diagnose what you need.

Here's a heads up on the lower inner shafts and seals. The repro shafts are coming with the wrong seal, too narrow. Fortunately I had a complete pack of front seals extra so I could complete the job with the right seal. I let Paragon know and they were aware. They said that is the way their supplier is shipping them currently.

The upper inner set comes with the shaft as it is sold as a set. Most likely your upper inner shaft(s) won't need to be replaced, but if it does it's a specialized repair best left for a pro.

You'll likely need seals, king pins, bearings, inner and outer, and possibly front coils. How many miles are on your car?