This is the second video showing the installation of the front suspension on this 1966 C2 Corvette project. In this video the Borgeson steering box, the Wilwood Brakes, and the RideTech sway bar get installed. This is part 2 of 2.
Mr. Shaw - I noticed you didn’t go back with brake dust covers on the front. I was considering the same any certain reason to clean them up and put back on? I see you did redo them on the rear. Thanks for your help!
Wow! You are very observant. On the rear, the shields remained sandwiched between original parts, so I used them as they fit just fine. On the front, the shields would not work with the new RideTech components so I could not use them. When looking at the RideTech instructions they make no mention of them and do not show them being used. I don't know how effective they are anyway. I suppose if you are driving in a lot of snow and salted roads, they might help some, but most of us with classic cars won't be doing that. :)
Thanks for sharing. I don't know if the companies helped sponsor you or you purchased everything on your own. I am curious if you don't mind me asking, how much roughly is in the front in rebuild? This build looked very forward and all the parts fit nicely. Just curious what someone should expect to pay to rebuild their C2 front end in 2023. Thanks for your time.
That would be nice if I had a sponsor :). But I am paying out of my own pocket. Actual prices can be found at each company's web site. The RideTech kit was about $7800 (front and rear package) the steering box support bracket was another $80. The Borgeson steering box kit was about $750 and the Wilwood brake calipers were about $1350 (front and rear). So roughly $10K for front and rear not counting the bearings, seals, and replacement parts I needed for the rear hubs and the differential. Prices vary depending on where you buy and if anything is on sale. Thanks for watching and for your interest.
The new box is a modern setup and eliminates the power ram and control valve from underneath which always ends up leaking. Plus, it is a little quicker steering ratio.
