[C1] Jim Meyer 4-Bar rear suspension
08-13-2018, 09:08 PM
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Jim Meyer 4-Bar rear suspension
I am trying to decide if I should tackle the job of installing the rear suspension on my 62, myself or should I find a shop to do it. Has anyone on the form done the install, I am going to use my original housing and do not have the body off. I have the use of a lift and welding equipment. I need to know an approximate number of hours for two people with average mechanical ability to complete the install.
Are there any problems with the system? Any input would be appreciated.
Marty
Are there any problems with the system? Any input would be appreciated.
Marty
08-13-2018, 09:20 PM
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Le Mans Master
Yes
I'm curious about this also. I used their front end and like it a lot. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this install themselves not to high jack the thread just for information.
08-13-2018, 10:32 PM
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I put the front and rear Jim Myer setup on my car. You should look at the online instructions, but if I recall there is a weld that has to go up inside the body of the car.
On Page 16 of my book you will see what needs to be welded and where. Then you can look on your car and decide if you can reach what needs to be done. I would say it is most certainly easier to do with the body off.
You can get the e-book version for free to download at http://www.blurb.com/my/ebooks/331964-red-hot-updated
Dont buy the book they want an arm and leg for it, but I have the ebook version set up for free download.
anymore questions please let me know....regards, Herb
On Page 16 of my book you will see what needs to be welded and where. Then you can look on your car and decide if you can reach what needs to be done. I would say it is most certainly easier to do with the body off.
You can get the e-book version for free to download at http://www.blurb.com/my/ebooks/331964-red-hot-updated
Dont buy the book they want an arm and leg for it, but I have the ebook version set up for free download.
anymore questions please let me know....regards, Herb
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08-13-2018, 10:34 PM
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Probably 8 hours assuming you have things painted ahead of time as well as all bolts and parts. Missing any parts or bolts all bets are off on time.
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I don't think I've ever seen the underside of a C1 that clean. 
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08-14-2018, 10:33 AM
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I have the Jim Meyer IFS subframe and love it. I looked at the rear and while I decided not to do it, I’ll share my logic.
1. There is a significant amount of welding required and while I’m a competent welder, having the body off the frame would make this significantly easier.
2. Unlike the front where there are two small brackets welded to the frame making it very easy to return to stock, the rear requires significant modification and removal of some brackets, so there is no going back without significant effort (frankly, not an issue for me as I will never go back!).
3. Requires the additional purchase of a Ford 9” pumpkin and potentially brakes and axles.
4. I wasn’t convinced that I needed the additional torque handling with my 350 crate engine or that I would see handling I would need behind what I got with the fiberglass monoleaf springs, high performance shocks, sway bar, and wheels/tires.
All of that said, if I had gone with a 383 or bigger high performance engine, planned on high performance driving regularly, and really needed the additional capability, I would be all over this conversion. I just don’t think you can go wrong with Jim Meyer components. Here are the instructions if you haven’t reviewed them:
http://jimmeyerracing.com/support/in...rearendkit.pdf
1. There is a significant amount of welding required and while I’m a competent welder, having the body off the frame would make this significantly easier.
2. Unlike the front where there are two small brackets welded to the frame making it very easy to return to stock, the rear requires significant modification and removal of some brackets, so there is no going back without significant effort (frankly, not an issue for me as I will never go back!).
3. Requires the additional purchase of a Ford 9” pumpkin and potentially brakes and axles.
4. I wasn’t convinced that I needed the additional torque handling with my 350 crate engine or that I would see handling I would need behind what I got with the fiberglass monoleaf springs, high performance shocks, sway bar, and wheels/tires.
All of that said, if I had gone with a 383 or bigger high performance engine, planned on high performance driving regularly, and really needed the additional capability, I would be all over this conversion. I just don’t think you can go wrong with Jim Meyer components. Here are the instructions if you haven’t reviewed them:
http://jimmeyerracing.com/support/in...rearendkit.pdf
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08-14-2018, 12:40 PM
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I had Jim Meyer install the four link with coil overs in my 65 with the chrysler running gear and the Chrysler 8.75 " solid rear axle. Very nice job and the coil overs make height, bounce and rebound infinitely adjustable.
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