Metric front end

[aw10]

I have a 2003 D & M metric chassis set up as a Sport Mod. I am wanting feedback on changing the front end to nova lowers. Will I benefit from it? And also what would it take to change over, parts wise? Any feedback is appreciated.

[JustAddDirt]

yes it is a huge improvement
you can soften spring rates cause motion ratio changes form 25% to 30%
go to a 5" od spring
gain width
gain wheelbase (need to check what you are now cause I think it adds roughly 2")
use pinto spindles. cause you get a $hit ton of Ackerman with the metric spindle, too much is not a good thing.
you will change:

Uppers
lowers
tie rods
maybe brake hoses (depending on how long yours are)

[Dirt_Buster]

Had one done it. Throw a 650 rf and 700 LF. Too loose getting in? Bring in the rr or put out the rf. Get ride height in front about 6.5-7". You'll drag frame if not.

[aw10]

Where do you measure ride height? Thanks for the info too!

[Dirt_Buster]

Right side frame rail. But just keep raising square till you don't bottom out hard we used about 5" travel on rf at times.

[Nick Tucker Motorsports]

Also have to move spring bucket. It's all worth it if done correctly

[superstock50]

I agree with most statements except the spring rates. I did everything listed above and the car was better but not great! Bottomed out too much! And carried the left front too much! I had to increase RF spring to 800lbs then the car was a rocket.

[Dirt_Buster]

Sounds like to light on the rr, to much LR hike, and not much LF drop out.