Why Choose Scott’s Hotrods
Independent Front Suspension?

Scott’s Hotrods Independent Front Suspension (IFS) is NOT a Mustang II kit—and it never has been. Our suspension was engineered from the ground up as a true, vehicle-specific IFS using heavy-duty Tubular Upper & Lower A-Arms and suspension geometry designed specifically for each year, make and model. Rather than adapting the same universal suspension to hundreds of different vehicles, Scott’s engineers each IFS around the application, track width, desired ride height and intended use.

We do NOT use the traditional three-piece Mustang II-style crossmember with spring-pocket hats, and we do NOT rely on T-bolt slider adjusters that can loosen and allow alignment settings to change. Scott’s IFS uses a heavy-duty one-piece crossmember with precisely adjustable suspension geometry that can be properly aligned and securely locked into position. Depending on the application, choose from premium Coilovers or Airbags with external shocks to achieve the ride quality, handling and stance your build requires.

Strength and craftsmanship are built into every Scott’s suspension. Our IFS systems are 100% TIG welded and assembled using 5/8″ or larger Grade 8 hardware, heavy-duty materials and precision-machined components. Whether you’re building a comfortable cruiser, Pro Touring machine, high-horsepower street car or frame-laying custom, Scott’s Hotrods gives you a true Independent Front Suspension engineered specifically for your vehicle—not a universal Mustang II kit adapted to fit it.

Check out our IFS QC Gallery to view a wide variety of IFS Kits we recently shipped out. 

Modernize Your 1955-1959 Chevy or GMC Truck with a True Bolt-On IFS

Transform the way your classic truck drives with Scott’s Hotrods 1955-1959 Chevy & GMC Truck Bolt-On Independent Front Suspension (IFS). Engineered specifically for the original frame of the iconic 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958 and 1959 Chevy/GMC Task Force trucks, our Bolt-On IFS replaces outdated factory suspension and steering with modern suspension geometry, rack & pinion steering, heavy-duty Tubular Upper & Lower A-Arms and premium Aldan American Coilovers.

Unlike universal suspension conversions, every Scott’s 1955-1959 Chevy Truck Bolt-On IFS is built-to-order and engineered around your specific truck, drivetrain, track width, desired ride height and intended use. Whether you’re building a comfortable cruiser, modern restomod, high-horsepower street truck or aggressive Pro Touring build, Scott’s gives your classic Chevy or GMC the handling, steering response, ride quality and stance expected from a modern performance truck—all while retaining your original frame.

Best of all, this system was designed as a true Bolt-On IFS specifically for the 1955-1959 Chevy/GMC frame. There’s no universal Mustang II crossmember being adapted to fit your truck. You get a purpose-built, vehicle-specific suspension system designed and manufactured by Scott’s Hotrods for builders who want modern performance without replacing their entire chassis.

Starting at $4,540

Scott’s Hotrods engineered the 1955-1959 Chevy/GMC Bolt-On IFS specifically around Coilover suspension to maintain the proper geometry, strength and packaging required for a true bolt-on installation. Rather than compromise suspension geometry simply to accommodate an airbag, we build this system the way it needs to be built. Every kit comes standard with Aldan American Single-Adjustable Coilovers, providing adjustable ride height, excellent ride quality and responsive handling for everything from a comfortable street cruiser to an aggressive Pro Touring truck.

Want your 1955-1959 Chevy or GMC truck sitting on the ground with Scott’s SuperSlam Airbag suspension? We have you covered. Our Weld-On SuperSlam IFS is the proper solution for builders looking for maximum suspension travel and an ultra-low air-ride stance.

• 1-piece Bolt-On crossmember 2”x4”x3/16”-wall box tubing

• Unequal-length A-Arms, 1-1/8”x1/4”-wall seamless DOM tubing

• Oversized Serviceable Press-In Ball Joints

• 11” Plain Brake Rotors w/Single Piston GM Caliper (5 on 4.5” or 4.75” Bolt Pattern)

• Aldan American Single-Adjustable Coilovers

• Frame Boxing Cradles

• Stainless Steel Fully Adjustable Upper A-Arm Rod Ends

• Built-in Anti-Dive

• Manual Steering Rack & Pinion

• Standard or Drop Forged Steel Spindles

• LIFETIME GUARANTEE

Scott's Hotrods IFS Pricing 2026

ITEM/UPGRADEDESCRIPTIONPRICE
COILOVER IFS KITAldan Single-Adjustable Coilovers, Manual Rack, Tubular A-Arms, Forged Spindles, 11" Rotors, GM caliper, 5x4.5" or 4.75"$3,380
Spring Pocket Replacement IFS KITSpring Pocket Replacement Kits$3,655
Bolt-On IFS KITBolt-On IFS ('48-'54 & '63-'87 Chevy Trucks)$3,925
Bolt-On IFS ('55-'59 Chevy Trucks)$4,540
Van/Cabover IFS KITVan & Cabover IFS Kits$4,465
Rear Steer IFS KITPre 1934 Cars$4,660
IFS ClipCamaro$5,685
Tri 5$5,685
Nova II$4,740
75-79 Nova$5,685
SuperSlam KitsSlam Specialties SS-6 Bags, RideTech HQ Single-Adjustable Shocks+$440
C10 CradlesMotor Mount Cradles ONLY+$155
CoiloversAldan American Single-Adjustable$0
RideTech Single-Adjustable+$820
Aldan American Double-Adjustable+$500
RideTech Triple-Adjustable+$1,900
Rack & PinionPower Rack & Pinion+$330
Right Hand Drive Power Rack & Pinion+$990
Rear Steer Power Rack & Pinion+$990
Sway Bar1" Solid Sway Bar+$390
Torsion Spline Sway Bar+$840
Wilwood SpindlesWilwood ProSpindle, Standard or Drop+$430
Brakes UpgradesWilwood Calipers ONLY, 4-Piston, Black or Red (15" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$490
Wilwood Calipers ONLY, 4-Piston, Polished (15" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$720
4-Piston11" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (15" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$1,204
4-Piston11" D&S Wilwood Kit, Polished (15" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$1,404
4-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (16" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$1,270
4-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Polished (16" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$1,470
6-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (16" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$1,452
6-Piston13" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (17" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$2,293
6-Piston13" D&S Wilwood Kit, Polished (17" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$2,676
6-Piston14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (18" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$2,497
6-Piston14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Polished (18" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$2,881
6-Piston, AERO614" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, AERO6 Caliper (18" Diameter Wheel Minimum)+$2,711
M2 PRO HUB*Sealed Hub Spindle, Drop Only+$650
4-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, R OR B+$1,470
6-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, R OR B+$1,452
6-Piston13" D&S Wilwood Kit, R OR B+$2,293
6-Piston14" D&S Wilwood Kit, R OR B+$2,676
6-Piston14" D&S Wilwood Kit, R OR B AERO+$2,497
6-Piston15" SLOT Wilwood Kit, R or B, AERO+$2,881
Special Bolt Pattern w/Standard Rotor5x5.5"
+$550
5x5"+$550
6-Lug+$550
5X5" 4-Piston
12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, 5x5"+$1,861
6-Piston12" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black, 5x5"+$2,079
6-Piston13" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (ProSpindle ONLY), 5x5"+$2,325
6-Piston14" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (ProSpindle ONLY), 5x5"+$2,529
AERO6-Piston15" D&S Wilwood Kit, Red or Black (ProSpindle ONLY) 19" Wheel Minimum$2,875

Scott's Hotrods BOLT-ON IFS Quote Form

Unlike a few other bolt-in units, the Chevy/GMC’s does not have any pre-existing bolt holes to line up the Scott’s Hotrods crossmembers.  Because of that, holes will need to be drilled in to your existing frame as well as rack notches may or may not be needed based on ride height.

A qualified professional mechanic or fabricator with the technical understanding of product function and installation procedures must install all Scott’s Hotrods products. Be sure to properly bleed your power rack

We stand behind ALL of the parts we manufacture.  Other parts that we do not manufacture such as brakes, steering racks, ball joints, brake flex lines, power steering lines, etc carry their own manufacturers warranties.  We are not responsible for these items outside of their original warranty.

All of Scott’s Hotrods manufactured parts are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials & workmanship for the lifetime of the part. Scott’s Hotrods warranty is non-transferable.

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Give Your Task Force Truck the Suspension It Deserves

The 1955-1959 Chevy and GMC Task Force trucks are some of the most recognizable classic pickups ever built, but you shouldn’t have to settle for 1950s steering, suspension and handling just to retain your original frame. Scott’s Hotrods Bolt-On Independent Front Suspension gives your ’55-’59 Chevy or GMC truck a modern foundation with rack & pinion steering, heavy-duty Tubular A-Arms, adjustable Coilovers, built-in anti-dive and vehicle-specific suspension geometry engineered to make your classic truck more comfortable, predictable and enjoyable to drive.

Like every Scott’s Hotrods IFS, our 1955-1959 Chevy/GMC Truck Bolt-On IFS is NOT a Mustang II kit. Each system is engineered specifically for the application and manufactured from heavy-duty materials using precision CNC-machined components, 1-1/8″x.250-wall DOM A-Arms, a 2″x4″x3/16″-wall one-piece crossmember and 5/8″ or larger Grade 8 hardware. Every Scott’s-manufactured component is built, 100% TIG welded and quality checked in Knoxville, Tennessee before it leaves our facility.

Whether you’re building a 1955 Chevy 3100, 1956 GMC pickup, 1957 Chevy truck, 1958 Apache, 1959 Apache or another Task Force-era custom, Scott’s Hotrods gives you the engineering, strength and modern performance to make your classic truck drive every bit as good as it looks.

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