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Old Apr 13, 2025 | 09:39 AM
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Anybody have the rear suspenation that does away with the spring and uses shocks instead?
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The leaf spring system has shocks too, but I’m guessing you’re referring to coilovers.

Yes, I do.



Vansteel’s single adjustable RS1.25 kit.

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yes that was the system i was thinking about, do you like it? and how much was it?
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I like it a lot. Going from a completely worn out original leaf spring and bushings to brand new everything was a night and day difference for how the car drives. I did a number of other suspension modifications at the same time. I must’ve gotten the last kit sold for $1,800, because a week later I checked and it was an even 2.

Theres other companies like Speed Direct and RideTech that make coilover kits too, but for the price and performance I like the Vansteel one.
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I have the Ridetech system. Love it and installed easily. Like the fact that the spring is behind the half shaft, as OEM, more responsive. Trailing arms are works of art and super strong.


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