Chris,
nice analysis of the problem.
the image of somebody smacking a roadster with a
hammer
for me is sepecially funny - i've done that !
Lou
--- Chris Robertson <ckrobertson@hotmail.com> wrote:
> Hi Manolet,
>
> The springs might be weak, but perhaps not. This
> isn't an MGB after all.
> :)
>
> More likely the problem is the offest (backspace) of
> the wheels. They
> center the tires inwards about 1/4" too much,
> causing the inside edge to rub
> during bumps. It is not off enough to cause any
> bearing damage. I wouldn't
> replace the wheels if you are otherwise happy with
> them. You could use
> 10mm spacers, but make sure the wheels are secure
> with them, and check
> lugnut tightness often.
>
> Consider the tires. 195/60/14 is a lot wider and a
> little taller than the
> original tire. If you want to keep the wheels you
> have and don't like the
> idea of spacers, the most simple solution is to use
> 185/60/14 or possibly
> 195/55/14 size tires. This should prevent the rub,
> give better acceleration
> (due to the smaller diameter) and improved handling
> (due to less weight).
>
> Another brute option is to take a giant hammer and
> pound in the areas of the
> body that are getting rubbed. Far from elegant, it
> will disgust any purist,
> but it works in a pinch. Ask any rally driver.
>
> Good luck,
> Chris
>
>
> >From: MARamos@smart.com.ph
> >Reply-To: MARamos@smart.com.ph
> >To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> >Subject: sagging rear suspension
> >Date: Wed, 12 Dec 2001 20:01:07 +0800
> >
> >Our rear tires (195/60-R14) are rubbing against our
> inner fender. Does
> >this
> >mean that our rear suspension is sagging already?
> What should we replace?
> >There seems to be enough clearance even when there
> are two people in the
> >car
> >but the problem starts when we start hitting
> irregularities on the road.
> >Is
> >there a way to keep the ride height without the
> rubbing?
> >
> >Manolet
> >Philippines
> >SPL311-08814
> >
> >
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