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Re: Leaf spring

To: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Subject: Re: Leaf spring
From: Paul <compubbs@nbnet.nb.ca>
Date: Mon, 11 May 1998 18:05:08 -0300
Joe Curry wrote:
> 
> Paul,
> If you want to improve the handling, the ideal thing is to use a Swing
> Spring assembly from a MkIV or 1500 Spitfire.  This with a larger fromt
> anti-sway bar will provide enhanced handling and turning stability,
> while maintaining a comfortable ride.
> 
> I did this with my Mk1 and was truely amazed ath the difference it make
> wof a relatively small outlay of funds.

I'm thinking of buying a new leaf spring, so while I'm at it I might as
well buy the one for the mk4/1500.  So you changed only the leaf spring
and front torsion bar and found it much better than original?  Did the
spring also remove that "tucked in" look of the rear wheels?

..Paul


> Paul wrote:
> >
> > Hi!
> >
> > I remember seeing this in the Triumph list, but I just want to make
> > sure...
> >
> > I'm considering buying a new leaf spring for my mk2 spitfire.  Would I
> > be much better off buying the rotoflex one for the mk4/5 spit?
> >
> > --
> > ..Paul
> > http://personal.nbnet.nb.ca/compubbs
> >
> > Something to think about this week:
> >
> >  - If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?
> 
> --
> "If you can't excel with talent, triumph with effort."
> 
>  -- Dave Weinbaum in National Enquirer

-- 
..Paul
http://personal.nbnet.nb.ca/compubbs

Something to think about this week:

 - If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?

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