[Chevynut]

Absolutely a beautiful car!

Ditto! Very nice '55.

I'd lower the rear just a smidge if it was mine, but I know some guys like more rake. arty0031:

I might lose the white letters on the tires too, but it also brings in a retro look to the car. It depends on the look you're after, I guess.

Ok, enough critiquing!! :sign0020:

 

[Chevynut]

Anyone with drop spindles and coils still running with manual steering? Should I start working out at the gym?

Dropped spindles and cut coils should make no difference in steering effort. Why would they?

 

[Chevynut]

I have a 1957 Chevy pick up that I have lowered, and is a bear to steer. .

What else did you change? Tire size is probably the main thing to increase steering effort at slow speeds, and caster plays a role too. More caster = more effort.