suspension upgrades?
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suspension upgrades?
I have a 79 and it is all original undernean.My question- is the mono spring 360lb and 550 lb front coils the thing to do as a daily driver,(leaning towards this] or will I not be happy with it. Just like to know what some of you have done and like, that use your car as daily drivers.Maybe rear steel springs is better as a daily driver?dont know.appreciate any experience you can give, I have none with corvettes.
Le Mans Master
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From: Tennessee/Rhode Island
Can't comment what is right for you BUT I can tell you that a composite spring will ride MUCH better than a comparable steel spring. IMHO, my 360 composite spring rides much better than a 300 LB steel spring. You make the call what is best for you.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Thunder Bay
Composite rear spring is the single best thing you can do to these cars to improve both the handling and the ride!
I put on a complete package many years ago with springs, poly bushings, gas shocks, and sway bars. Huge improvement and I drive my car every day. Yes the ride is a little firm, but that's what the car is for. Not objectionable at all to me. If you want a cushy ride, buy a Caddy.
Last edited by drwet; May 10, 2011 at 09:28 PM. Reason: Kant spel
