I'm trying to determine why the handling sux ass on our car. I need to figure out if it has a 3-link or 4-link rear suspension setup? It is currently a 4lug w/ rear drums. We are ready to order the FR 5lug/big brake setup, but have yet to decide on a new suspension. It is a solid axle in the back, and as of now we have no plans to switch to IRS. The car is downright scary above 80 mph and just doesn't feel right above 40mph. We also need to replace the motor/trans mounts because if your hard in the gas/high rpm's and let off or shift slow, the car swerves violently and if your not careful would switch lanes by itself.
I think its a combination of bad alignment, possibly bad shocks, maybe too large of rear sway and just age.
We want to get this ready for Mid-Ohio and autocrossing next spring. We're not looking to spend more than $1500 on the complete suspension setup, whatever it may be.
If anyone cares to give the car a once over and maybe go for a ride to understand what I'm talking about, you're more than welcome to give me a call and we can try and get together.
Thanks
Matt
BTW, we're also looking for some 17x9 wheels, 5lug w/ 4.5" backspacing, any comments?