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What would be a good clip for a 1956 1/2 ton chevy pick-up?
1.Camaro
2.Monte Carlo
3.Nova
I would want to install one of these clips.I would like for it to be as close to orginal height as possible.Do you know of any web sites that install the Monte Carlo or Nova clips to one of these trucks?You can answer this ad or e-mail me at: [email protected]

My '56 has the stock suspension and I have no problem with it.

I'm with Cletis, no need to redesign a good design, especially if you want it to look original anyway - any of those clips will result in it being lower, if only because of the 5 bolt wheels/tires you'll wind up with, then there's the fact the rear will still be 6 stud and the disc brakes to set up as well .... and if you're going to hire someone to do it for ya .... $$$$$

Bill

If you HAVE to go independent, go with an engineered piece specifically designed for your truck. Fatman, Heidts, etc., etc., plus most all the parts vendors offer a variation. Just have to do your research on which fits your needs.

On the other side, I just installed a '74 Nova stub onto my '48 Fleetmaster. Just installing it lowered the ride height 3" and after all of the sheetmetal and driveline goes back in it will go lower yet. This is what I'm after so alls well on this one. I only went this route for a couple of reasons. I already had the Nova, the Fleetmaster is a relatively straight car but very rusty, and I wanted the experience in doing one. I did buy a rear suspension kit from Yogi's for it and if I had to do another one, I would install an IFS kit.
Scott

Try this link. It has a great Tech article on the Camaro Clip on 55-59 Task Force. It will answer a lot of your questions.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=148978&highlight=56+Chevy+Camaro+Clip