On Mon, 6 Mar 1995, Todd Mullins wrote:
> John M. Trindle writes:
> > Today, to discharge some frustration with this computer, I went out and
> > put new GT leaf springs on the rear. Lots of fun wringing off U-bolts
> > and so forth (be SURE you get the U-Bolt/bushing kits).
>
> I've been toying with the idea of fitting the (presumably slightly
> stiffer) GT rear springs to my '74. How do these affect the
> 1. ride height?
> 2. front/rear roll characteristics?
>
Well, on this particular car it raised the ride height about 2 inches,
but the old springs were very tired.
I would suspect the ride would be slightly higher. I haven't noticed a
change in roll rate/amount.... the ride is much better since it isn't
hitting the stops on bumps.
John M. Trindle | jtrindle@tsquare.com | Tidewater Sports Car Club
'73 MGB E Stock | '69 Spitfire E Stock | '88 RX-7 C Stock
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