75 Ride Height
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 223
Likes: 0
From: Rhineland MO
75 Ride Height
I am replacing the rear spring on my 75. I need to know what the ride height of the car is supposed to be like it came from the factory. Right now when I go over any major bumps, the exhaust hits the ground. That is why I am replacing the rear spring with a new steel spring. I think the old spring has weakened over the years causing this problem and the rear end to appear a little too low.
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by 75BrownC3
I am replacing the rear spring with a new steel spring.
Have you considered upgrading to a mono-leaf rear spring? I know they're a bit pricey but since you're changing why not step up huh?
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by 75BrownC3
Not a fan of a the single spring concept. I know they are lighter but I can't bring myself to use just one spring.
Durango, where are you in MO?
Durango, where are you in MO?
Columbia...smack dab in the middle, right on I-70 half way between KC and St. Louis. Know the area?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 1,185
Likes: 0
From: New Wilmington PA
At the frame, 24 inches forward of the rear axle centerline, the height should be 8.43 inches for the standard spring or 8.05 inches for the FE7 spring. That is with tires properly inflated and a full tank of gas.
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by Cookwithvette
At the frame, 24 inches forward of the rear axle centerline, the height should be 8.43 inches for the standard spring or 8.05 inches for the FE7 spring. That is with tires properly inflated and a full tank of gas.
Some people remove the spare tire and carrier...if that's true you're overall height may be a tad higher than that.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every Model vs Closest Competitor
Joe Kucinski
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!
Joe Kucinski
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!
Joe Kucinski
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!
Joe Kucinski
10 Things C8 Corvette Owners Hate (But Won't Tell You)
Joe Kucinski
10 Best Corvettes Coming to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2026!
Brett Foote
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)
Joe Kucinski
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!
Michael S. Palmer
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!
Joe Kucinski
[/IMG]
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 223
Likes: 0
From: Rhineland MO
I know a little about Columbia. I have a sister-in-law in Columbia. I had my 05 Mustang GT in the Bass Pro Mustang show a few months ago. Check out the Great Lakes section. There is a car show in Hermann on 9/10. Come on by if you have time. I live in Rhineland which is on 94.
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 223
Likes: 0
From: Rhineland MO
Here is the thread and there is a copy of the flyer at the top of the thread.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1461422
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1461422
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by 75BrownC3
Here is the thread and there is a copy of the flyer at the top of the thread.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1461422
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1461422
Man I really hope I can get my interior done by then. Sounds like a load of fun. Will there be a wet-t contest?
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by 75BrownC3
We could only wish.....maybe someone could start one during the show. That would be interesting.
Lets hope...take and post pics either way though please.
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Originally Posted by 75BrownC3
My wife will be taking pictures of the cars I am sure. Maybe I can get a few butt shots in.
That'd sure be cool man. Hopefully I'll be there to take my own, but youre our backup.