Do I need a suspension upgrade?
 

I just got my 84 Monte running and on the road. It currently has a 289 V6 that is lacking in power.
If I was able to find a 305 V8 to drop in, does anyone know if the stock suspension would need to be upgraded or would it be able to handle the extra weight?

Thanks.

RE: Do I need a suspension upgrade?
 

you dont have to, but you probably will want to put a set of coil springs in the front for the 305 w/ air, that will hold it up nice :)

RE: Do I need a suspension upgrade?
 

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If you mean 229 Wiz is right a set of V8 springs would be all that is needed. Unless you want a slightly lowered stance (I think it would be an inch or so)then leave in the V6 springs and have the alignment redone.