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Subject: Tube shock conversions?
From: "Mages, Michael" <michael.mages@leanintree.com>
Date: Wed, 22 Jan 2003 08:53:51 -0700
Hi,

Someone posted a question the other day about tube shock conversions in the 
middle of an e-mail.  I was hoping for a  whole slew of replies, as I am 
considering the same thing, but I think it got buried by other stuff... 

I have to do some work on the rear suspension of my 72 B--replacing the pads, 
bushings (getting the poly ones; opinions on these are welcome too), bolts  and 
I was wondering if it would be worthwhile to put in one of the tube shock 
conversion kits while I have the rear taken apart.  The stock shocks are still 
in working order, springs are still provide adequate ride height, and the car 
will be used for 90% regular driving.  [Monroe vs. Spax vs. standard, and 
performance versus $$ spent.]

Also, if doing the conversion, I don't have the $$ handy to do the whole car at 
once.  Will it be unsafe/unpleasant to drive with converted suspension on the 
rear, stock on the front?  Any tips on what is the best all-around 
configuration?  

Thanks in advance.

Michael

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