Quote: pardon my ignorance for i have never done this method before either, but why even have the front end installed and just do it after the "K" is bolted up?
You could install the suspension after the engine is installed but it's easier to get to everything before hand. That way you don't take the chance of messing up the paint on the body if you slip with a wrench.
The factory had most everything installed on on the k-member before it was installed in the car.
It's much easier to install the K without the lower arms hanging there and it is no trouble to install them after the K is in place. No risk in nicking the paint IMO. Done it a couple times.
