Description
For the 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, and 1972 Chevelle, GTO, 442, Cutlass, Lemans, El Camino and other applications, Global West has come up with a perfect dual purpose performance suspension upgrade. Named Econo-Track-Kits, these kits include parts for street and drag race applications.
The kits are legal for many classes, including the following:
Stock also called Street, Super Street, Super Stock, Mean Street, Extreme Street, True Street, Open Comp, and any of the ET classes.
The components featured are Global West Del-a-lum bushings, offset control arm shafts, and upper and lower ball joints.
Global West Advantage: Del-a-lum Bushings
Del-a-lum bushings are a direct replacement. Simply press out the stock bushings, including the shell, and then press in the new Del-a-lum bushings. Del-a-lum bushings act like a bearing. They provide smooth movement up and down without deflecting fore and aft. The bushings reduce drag in the front end, allowing the front to raise and transfer load rapidly.
Global West Advantage: Caster
In addition to the bushings, offset upper control arm shafts are provided in the kit. Offset shafts allow you to increase caster and still maintain camber.
Why do you need more caster? Caster provides straight line stability and increased cornering ability. Well you don’t need cornering ability on a drag car but if your car is dual purpose — you will. For example: Let’s take a 1964-1966 Chevelle, the stock alignment using stock shafts and control arms is caster — 1 1/2 degrees negative to 1/2 degree negative, camber 1/2 a degree positive and toe-in set at 1/8 to 1/4 in.
Note: Negative caster means the tire is leading the front suspension, not the suspension leading the tire. What does this mean— no stability, no road feel, no self return action, and the car will wander. In fact, the road surface will dictate how the car drives. I would not recommend this setting on anything.
The optimum setting which is achieved using our tubular arms is 6 degrees positive caster, 0 camber with car raised 1-inch during the alignment, and 1/32 toe in per side measured under deflection.
There is no way you are going to get those numbers with stock shafts and arms. That is why you want the offset shafts. Offset shafts will allow you to get around 3 degrees positive caster if not a little more and still maintain camber. These setting also improve street performance. The car will have straight-line stability, self return action, some road feels, and better cornering.
The drag setting are caster-3 degrees positive, camber set to 0 degrees with the car raised 1-inch in the front end, and set the toe to toe-in 1/32 in per side when the tires are being pushed out. You do this to take up deflection.
The settings required for street alignment using these components are : Caster 3-1/2 degrees passenger side – driver side 3 degrees, Camber 1/2 degree negative camber both sides with the car on the ground –, and set toe-in to 3/32 total measured pushing out on the tires.
Experience Unmatched Performance with 1967-1972 GM A-Body Econo Track Kit
Global West is proud to present the Econo Track Kit for 1967-1972 GM A-Body vehicles, including Chevelle, GTO, 442, Cutlass, Lemans, and El Camino. This kit is a testament to our commitment to quality and performance, offering a dual-purpose suspension upgrade that caters to both street and drag race applications. Each component in this kit, from the Del-a-lum bushings to the offset control arm shafts and ball joints, is meticulously crafted to ensure superior performance and durability. Our Del-a-lum bushings act like a bearing, providing smooth movement and reducing drag in the front end, while the offset shafts allow you to increase caster without compromising camber. This kit is designed to enhance your vehicle’s straight-line stability, road feel, and cornering ability, making it a must-have for any classic car enthusiast.
At Global West, we understand that installing new suspension components can be a daunting task, especially for first-time restorers. That’s why we provide comprehensive DIY instructions and video tutorials to guide you through the process. Our knowledgeable customer support team is also always on hand to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. We believe in empowering our customers with the right tools and knowledge to get the most out of their classic cars.
Our commitment to quality doesn’t stop at our products. We also offer competitive prices and huge value for your money. When you choose Global West, you’re not just buying a product—you’re investing in a performance upgrade that will take your classic car to the next level.
Interested in exploring more options for your GM A-Body vehicle? Check out our Buick Parts Online and Buick Control Arms categories for a wide range of high-quality suspension components. And don’t forget to browse our Chevrolet category for more upgrades for your classic Chevy.
