1966 Chevy Nova Build - Project Getaway

Eddie and Bobby wasted no time; the subframe was set up atop three jackstands and readied to be outfitted with all the necessary hardware provided. All Chassisworks components are direct-fit for the '62-67 Chevy II Nova subframe.

Beyond installing the g-Machine A-arms, the g-Machine spindles were also attached. These particular spindles are taller than their OEM counterparts, increasing camber gain during body roll. This helps keep your tires planted for maximum traction.

Also obtainable through Chassisworks is this shock simulator, which sets the vehicle at a 12-inch ride height. This is key when performing measurements, especially in a project of this magnitude-every measurement is crucial.

Eddie and Bobby merely put a jack under the crossmember and wheeled it up to the firewall for installation.

Here Eddie finishes up by installing highclearance forward struts. These units feature mandrel bends that assist in routing the tubes tightly along the inner fenderwell, creating additional room for clearance around the engine, headers, and whatever other modifications you have planned.

Here's a view from the top showing the heavy-duty construction of the bulkhead where the A-arm attaches, as well as the zinc-plated adjuster hardware. The brake rotors are of the 14-inch Wilwood variety and feature directional vaning, slotting, and cross-drilling.

The Chassisworks billet aluminum hubs and hats reduce unnecessary weight and allow easy replacement of a worn component. We will install the Wilwood six-piston calipers at a later date as well as complete Wilwood stoppers out back. The deuce will roll on custom Intro wheels wrapped in Nitto rubber.

Now that the subframe is completely mocked up on the deuce, the entire car will be properly fitted to a jig before any further work is performed. This will ensure the car stays true and deters any sort of body flex, especially when cutting the floor to install the Chris Alston's Chassisworks rear frame and Fab 9 rear.