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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 12/26/2007


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i found a coil over conversion that says it get rid of the trunnions on http://www.amracing.com/parts/sp001/sp001.html
i have not been able to reach amracing recently. i want to get rid of the trunnions and toughen up the front end for my v-8 conversion. i was wondering if you knew anything about them.  how they hook up or what they take the place of. if you have any information on the subject i would appreciate it.

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It looks like a coil over conversion, which has become popular with a lot of cars. It replaces the trunnion, spring and shock absorber. They probably bolt to the upper control arm as the original shock does. Don't forget to inspect the control arm bushings and stabilizer bushings.
I am not familiar with this company, but if there is a warranty I'd say go for it. Anything would be better than the trunion set up.
Please let me know how it works out. Good Luck.
Kevin

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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

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I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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