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Old Sep 6, 2003 | 06:18 PM
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While restoring my vett I took my 7 leaf spring to a shop that builds leaf springs . 60 dollars later I was pleased with my new spring until I rode in 2 different C3s that had 9 leaf springs. So I bucked up for a new nine leaf. What a smoother ride. Can anyone think of a good reason to use a 7 leaf. Mine is looking for a new home, I hate to just throw it in a dumpster.
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Old Sep 6, 2003 | 06:56 PM
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The 7 leaf is the performance(Gymkana) spring.
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Old Sep 6, 2003 | 07:06 PM
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How much?? and where did you get it??--Glenn fng :auto:
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Old Sep 6, 2003 | 08:32 PM
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Put it up for sale in the C3 parts section. It'll sell if its new.


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Old Sep 6, 2003 | 09:14 PM
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I used the 7-leaf spring.

It helps me beat on new cars in the mountains / on autocross. :)

-Steve

PS Now I use the 360# fiberglass spring. Ride's the same, handles slightly better.


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Old Sep 7, 2003 | 10:20 AM
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The spring was in the car when I bought it, I took it to St.Louis Spring and they built 2 new leafs for it and rearched it. If you want it I will give it to you.I will be at the Funfest on the 20th in Effingham. Home # 636-376-2175 Mike
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