Which rear composite spring should I get?
Racer
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From: Bluffdale Utah
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (andre77)
Andre,
I got the one from TRW. I believe it was rated 390lbs, not sure. Anyhow, it was for a performance application. Keep in mind, because of the extreme differences between the stack of steel leafs, even the performance composite spring will yield a seriously better ride than stock. I believe my composite spring is probably the best investment I've made yet.
I got the one from TRW. I believe it was rated 390lbs, not sure. Anyhow, it was for a performance application. Keep in mind, because of the extreme differences between the stack of steel leafs, even the performance composite spring will yield a seriously better ride than stock. I believe my composite spring is probably the best investment I've made yet.
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From: San Diego CA
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (andre77)
Vette Brakes and Products has a Composite rear spring that is rated at 300 pounds that they state will improve the C3 ride. They also have a 330 and 360 pound rate for better handling.
I haven't run them so I don't have first hand knowledge of how the ride and handling will be.
They're at www.vettebrakes.com
I haven't run them so I don't have first hand knowledge of how the ride and handling will be.
They're at www.vettebrakes.com
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From: Calgary
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (corvgreg)
The rear spring determines 75% of a corvettes ride. Basically you are sitting just ahead of the rear wheels.
I have owned the Vette Brakes 330#, 360# and the dual mount adjustable springs. Best ride was the 330#with the 360# second (with Delco gas shocks and 3/4 sway bar). The ride was much improved over stock. I now have the adjustable dual mount and on its softest setting, it is firmer than the 360# spring. The Bilstein shocks that I am running in conjunction with the spring may contribute to the firmer ride, though.
I would go with the 330# spring. It is an improvement in ride and handling.
I have owned the Vette Brakes 330#, 360# and the dual mount adjustable springs. Best ride was the 330#with the 360# second (with Delco gas shocks and 3/4 sway bar). The ride was much improved over stock. I now have the adjustable dual mount and on its softest setting, it is firmer than the 360# spring. The Bilstein shocks that I am running in conjunction with the spring may contribute to the firmer ride, though.
I would go with the 330# spring. It is an improvement in ride and handling.
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From: Clymer PA
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (andre77)
Since you are going with a composite rear spring, I would recommend keeping your exhaust away from it. It would be bad mojo to have your hot exhaust up against that composite spring. Just a heads up.
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From: Newburgh IN
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (andre77)
I have a vette brakes 330 in my 77.VB&P don't recomond a 300 in a c-3.Thay recommond the 300 for s.b. mid years. I am very happy with the 330 in mine. hope this helps. :seeya :rolleyes:
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From: Honolulu Hawaii
Re: Which rear composite spring should I get? (andre77)
I'm running a 330 lb spring in my '72 LT-1 and it's just about right, nice ride but with a bit of handling performance edge..I tried 300's in another car but found it to be a bit mushy for my taste. The 330 is not too stiff and bouncy like some of the other heavier rated mono springs. :chevy Save The Wave!!! :cheers:
