Calvert Racing Suspensions' CalTracs System Install - The Hookup

4 With the engine reassembled, we dropped it in place and directed our attention to installing our Calvert rear suspension. We had clamped our leaf springs and installed an adjustable pinion snubber, but were still having problems hooking up. We'll be replacing our Super Stock leaf springs with the Calvert split mono-leaf springs.

5 Supporting the car on the lift, we lowered the rear end housing onto jackstands to support it while we replaced the suspension components.

6 The Calvert mono-leaf springs are lighter than Super Stock springs, and are available in multiple spring rates and ride heights depending on your application.

7 Before installing the new springs, install the solid front bushings and front pivot assemblies.

8 The factory front spring mount can then be installed onto the new spring assembly.

9 The springs come with new rear bushings, and the rear spring mount and shackles are reused.

10 Before installing the spring shackle and U-bolts, the force transfer links can be installed. Be sure to loosen the jam nut as this adjustment is one of the last ones made.

11 The CalTracs kit comes with everything you need to complete the installation, even new U-bolts of the appropriate size and strength.

12 Once the springs, shackles, and U-bolts are in place, the shock studs and shocks can be reinstalled. The force transfer links are then adjusted for zero preload with the car on the jacks. Later, we'll make the final adjustments with the weight on the wheels.