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Re: Replacing Chrome Leaf springs with Rubber Leafs.

To: "Henry D. Reynolds" <hdr@jump.net>
Subject: Re: Replacing Chrome Leaf springs with Rubber Leafs.
From: Paul Hunt <paul.hunt1@virgin.net>
Date: Thu, 09 Jul 1998 20:21:13 +0000
Henry D. Reynolds wrote:
> 
> I want to do the opposite replace the leaf springs on my RBB to restore
> early-model ride height.
> 
> I was told by a local ''MG-spesialisten'' that this would lower the car to
> pre-RBB ride height (only at the rear of course)
> 
> --
> - INSIDE, I have the same personality disorder as LUCY RICARDO!!
> Henry D. Reynolds           hdr@jump.net
> FONE: (512)448-3617         3205 Clawson Rd. Austin, TX. 78704

The height difference came about mainly through chassis changes, although rear 
springs are also harder to cope with the extra weight so the car sits a little 
higher (about 1/2 inch).  The fronts are harder but shorter so the height 
difference is even less.

There are lowering kits, also springs with less set, but you have to consider 
the effect on the lever arm dampers.  Moving the 'normal' ride position from 
the centre of the travel could cause the damper to 'bottom' at one or 
other extreme of axle travel.

PaulH.


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