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Old Mar 8, 2010 | 05:24 PM
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Will a c4 rear spring fit a 78 corvette? composite.
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No, the mounting is different. The C4 is designed to be mounted to the aluminum rear ends (36 or 44). The 78 has a 2 1/2" spring mounted to the cast rear end cover, different bolt pattern altogether.
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Thanks, my 78 has a heavy duty 7 leaf spring in it now, it rides very stiff and I want to get something softer. Does anyone now what # rating composite spring I should use for a smooth ride?
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Thanks, my 78 has a heavy duty 7 leaf spring in it now, it rides very stiff and I want to get something softer. Does anyone now what # rating composite spring I should use for a smooth ride?
I recommend a 315# or 340#, both will give you a better ride than what you have. Make sure you check the mount bolt size and current spring width.
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