Suspension Update Done
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From: FL
Suspension Update Done
Well, got the new Vette Brakes parts installed. Car had an original FE-7 suspension with 550# springs and a TRW 340# rear spring. I was getting sick of the buggy ride on the rough roads in RI. So, installed 460# springs, KYB GR-2 shocks, and Smart Struts. Rides much better now. Only issue that I have is that fender height was at 28" all around before (27" tires). Now, I am at almost 29" in the front.
Options are:
1) Live with it, see if it settles over the next couple of weeks.
2) Pull apart and cut 1/2 to 3/4 of a coil.
3) Pull apart and reinstall 550# springs.
So far, I am leaning towards option (1) since I like the ride (and don't have a cutting wheel right now) and I am planning to deliver the body shop this week anyway.
It does ride nice. Even got a thumbs up from a Harley group today (must be the pipes).
Options are:
1) Live with it, see if it settles over the next couple of weeks.
2) Pull apart and cut 1/2 to 3/4 of a coil.
3) Pull apart and reinstall 550# springs.
So far, I am leaning towards option (1) since I like the ride (and don't have a cutting wheel right now) and I am planning to deliver the body shop this week anyway.
It does ride nice. Even got a thumbs up from a Harley group today (must be the pipes).
Melting Slicks
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I have the 460#er's up front and I think my ride height is about 27 1/4. I'd take a look and see if you got those babies installed correctly.
BTW, your hookers look great.
BTW, your hookers look great.
