Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 (quality issues) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

vics stuff · 11-20-2015, 03:29 AM

Hey Guys just ordered a Johny Law Motors corner killer IFS kit ( Helix suspension kit ) for my 1955 second series 3100 Chevy truck. This kit is using the coil over shocks . Has any one , installed one in their truck and is there anything I should know before going into this R&R suspension project ?
Thanks Vic

lv2tri2 · 11-20-2015, 05:38 AM

I have the IFS Johny Law sells and not happy about it. All the rubber included has split or cracked before the build was finished. I'm concerned about other issues down the road.

vics stuff · 11-20-2015, 11:45 AM

So the rubber . May be of a cheap compound. What type of warranty did they give you ?
My concern is that this kit will not be installed for a few years
Vic

dwcsr · 11-20-2015, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vics stuff

So the rubber . May be of a cheap compound. What type of warranty did they give you ?
My concern is that this kit will not be installed for a few years
Vic

Its the Hoffman group selling it, google them

**mr48chev** · 11-20-2015, 04:15 PM

I've got one too that I bought from "Welder Joe" on Ebay.

The welding is sloppy at best and the welds were ground clear through where they "finished off the edges.

My son said he would weld it up right but it may never end up under one of my trucks instead being put under a little roadster that will run a 16 valve 4 cylinder engine and five speed and weigh right at 1000lbs.

vics stuff · 11-20-2015, 08:46 PM

WTF these guys are welding these with a Oxy Acetylene outfit and coat hangers. I am a fabricator and will jack their AZZ up if the kit I bought is like that. Any other help , experience and opinions are always welcome.
Thanks Guys
Vic

**mr48chev** · 11-20-2015, 11:53 PM

The one I have is the "universal" crossmember but as you see it is pretty sloppy. Between my son, his friend that taught him to weld and one of my longest time friends who is a top rate certified welder I can get it squared away eventually.

OrrieG · 11-21-2015, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by mr48chev

The one I have is the "universal" crossmember but as you see it is pretty sloppy. Between my son, his friend that taught him to weld and one of my longest time friends who is a top rate certified welder I can get it squared away eventually.

Still it's sloppy and unsafe work that you paid for. THEY should have the certified welder. Johnny Lawsuit waiting to happen.

vics stuff · 11-21-2015, 02:35 AM

Are these built over seas ?
I will know what I bought in 2 weeks when I get to Reno Nevada where my parts have been shipped. That is where my truck is.
Vic

dwcsr · 11-21-2015, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vics stuff

Are these built over seas ?
I will know what I bought in 2 weeks when I get to Reno Nevada where my parts have been shipped. That is where my truck is.
Vic

Almost everything form a Hoffman Group company is made oversea

vics stuff · 11-21-2015, 01:28 PM

Well I am going to ask them if they carry manufacturers risk insurance and to produce one copy.
I am not going to put some POS under my vehicle and take the chances.
Vic

Scottshotrods · 11-21-2015, 02:41 PM

If you want a quality made ifs for your truck that is made in the USA take a look at us we have a HUGE sale now and our products are 100% domestic made materials and 100% tig welded.Let us know www.scottshotrods.com

tmoble · 11-23-2015, 04:12 AM

That's the same as no warranty at all.

Never had much luck with anything from Hoffman.

11-20-2015, 03:29 AM	#1
vics stuff Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 393	Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 (quality issues) Hey Guys just ordered a Johny Law Motors corner killer IFS kit ( Helix suspension kit ) for my 1955 second series 3100 Chevy truck. This kit is using the coil over shocks . Has any one , installed one in their truck and is there anything I should know before going into this R&R suspension project ? Thanks Vic

11-20-2015, 05:38 AM	#2
lv2tri2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Fallbrook California Posts: 250	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 I have the IFS Johny Law sells and not happy about it. All the rubber included has split or cracked before the build was finished. I'm concerned about other issues down the road.

11-20-2015, 11:45 AM	#3
vics stuff Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 393	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 So the rubber . May be of a cheap compound. What type of warranty did they give you ? My concern is that this kit will not be installed for a few years Vic

11-20-2015, 04:15 PM	#5
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,709	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 I've got one too that I bought from "Welder Joe" on Ebay. The welding is sloppy at best and the welds were ground clear through where they "finished off the edges. My son said he would weld it up right but it may never end up under one of my trucks instead being put under a little roadster that will run a 16 valve 4 cylinder engine and five speed and weigh right at 1000lbs. __________________ Founding member of the too many projects, too little time and money club. My ongoing truck projects: 48 Chev 3100 that will run a 292 Six. 71 GMC 2500 that is getting a Cad 500 transplant. 77 C 30 dualie, 454, 4 speed with a 10 foot flatbed and hoist. It does the heavy work and hauls the projects around.

11-20-2015, 08:46 PM	#6
vics stuff Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 393	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 WTF these guys are welding these with a Oxy Acetylene outfit and coat hangers. I am a fabricator and will jack their AZZ up if the kit I bought is like that. Any other help , experience and opinions are always welcome. Thanks Guys Vic

11-20-2015, 11:53 PM	#7
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,709	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 The one I have is the "universal" crossmember but as you see it is pretty sloppy. Between my son, his friend that taught him to weld and one of my longest time friends who is a top rate certified welder I can get it squared away eventually. __________________ Founding member of the too many projects, too little time and money club. My ongoing truck projects: 48 Chev 3100 that will run a 292 Six. 71 GMC 2500 that is getting a Cad 500 transplant. 77 C 30 dualie, 454, 4 speed with a 10 foot flatbed and hoist. It does the heavy work and hauls the projects around.

11-21-2015, 02:35 AM	#9
vics stuff Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 393	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 Are these built over seas ? I will know what I bought in 2 weeks when I get to Reno Nevada where my parts have been shipped. That is where my truck is. Vic

11-21-2015, 01:28 PM	#11
vics stuff Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 393	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 Well I am going to ask them if they carry manufacturers risk insurance and to produce one copy. I am not going to put some POS under my vehicle and take the chances. Vic

11-21-2015, 02:41 PM	#12
Scottshotrods Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oxnard ca Posts: 2,201	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 If you want a quality made ifs for your truck that is made in the USA take a look at us we have a HUGE sale now and our products are 100% domestic made materials and 100% tig welded.Let us know www.scottshotrods.com

11-23-2015, 04:12 AM	#13
tmoble Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Glendale, Az Posts: 1,062	Re: Johny Law Motors IFS in 1955 - 1959 That's the same as no warranty at all. Never had much luck with anything from Hoffman.



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