12:05 Garage- ’70 Duster build

DionR said
Not going to lie, I was a little disappointed that this wasn't the G3 install. :poke:

I am certain I haven't read all the comments, but most of what I remember starts with "I have to have a COC to make my car handle" which usually devolves into the deficiencies of one or both systems.

I don't believe there is a perfect solution out there, my only gripe is the push by the aftermarket to make it seem like a $5k+ system is the only option.

It will be interesting to hear your back to back review on this. Far as I know, this will be the first one.

BTW, of all the COC options, I think HDK is the best of them. So good choice there.

I've often wished there was an option for a cartridge style wheel bearing setup for an A-Body. I should have guessed there was an option for the M2 spindles. At the same time, I wonder if it wasn't just a cost cutting solution for the OEM's and the stock setup is actually more robust. Doubt it matters, it's not like you see C5/6 Vette's littering the road courses missing a wheel because of a failure.

I know you were working on some of the issues with a G3 swap (oil filter and AC compressor clearance), is that part of why you made the jump?

LOL on the hemi. The last month of life has be extra busy. I'll get back on it over the fall/winter. The K install took way longer than I wanted it to. Not because it was difficult, it was finding the time to dedicate to it. Not to mention, we've had heat indexes in the 110+ lately and it's hard to stay out there for more than a few hours before I'm done with it.

I do agree that people automatically turn to thinking its better. Maybe it is, maybe it isn't. I don't know of anyone that has done a comparison.

HDK has always been the kit that caught my attention since I'm not a fan of the short travel shock on the others.

The HDK will make the G3 installation a breeze. I could have made the other setup work, but sometimes, it's nice when things fall into place. I will say, the HDK went in without having to modify anything. It was a perfect fit. Oh, the weigh savings is incredible. I could carry that complete HDK in the picture above in one hand. I wouldn't even think of that with the stock K.