Front Traverse Mono Spring
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Front Traverse Mono Spring
I have a 71 BB and would like some feedback from those who converted to a Traverse front mono spring. I searched the forum but did not find much.
For those who have it, how is the ride compared to springs etc.
Thanks in advance.
For those who have it, how is the ride compared to springs etc.
Thanks in advance.
Melting Slicks
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From: Wichita, KS
The ride is much better and adjustable for ride height and firmness. My only problem with the system is that the outboard bolts that attach the spring to the control arm are so long that they WILL dig in if you ever have a flat front tire with 15 inch wheels. My car has 17 inch wheels and it may not drag, but it will darn sure be close.
Racer
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From: Twin Falls Idaho
Originally Posted by 1979toy
The ride is much better and adjustable for ride height and firmness. My only problem with the system is that the outboard bolts that attach the spring to the control arm are so long that they WILL dig in if you ever have a flat front tire with 15 inch wheels. My car has 17 inch wheels and it may not drag, but it will darn sure be close.
Has anyone had that problem before? I can see where that might become an issue...eeks!
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From: St Petersburg FL
St. Jude Donor '07,'13
We have never had any problems with 15,16 or 17 inch wheels using this kit. There will be no ground clearence problems upon a flat tire. This kit comes with 8" bolts that attach the spring to the control arms, we do not recomend using anything longer than that because you may have an issue then. Somebody called me a few days ago and asked about using a 10" bolt and I told him not to. This is completely adjustable for ride height and spring rate.
Tony
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Drifting
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From: Medford, Or
Originally Posted by conway62
I have a 71 BB and would like some feedback from those who converted to a Traverse front mono spring. I searched the forum but did not find much.
For those who have it, how is the ride compared to springs etc.
Thanks in advance.
For those who have it, how is the ride compared to springs etc.
Thanks in advance.
Dan
www.vetteworksonline.com
Last edited by vettedan; Jan 18, 2005 at 10:53 AM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Wichita, KS
Are those 17 inch wheels that the bolts are sitting lower than in the picture Vettedan?
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over.
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over.
Drifting
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From: Medford, Or
Originally Posted by 1979toy
Are those 17 inch wheels that the bolts are sitting lower than in the picture Vettedan?
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over.
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over.
I sold this Corvette last year, but I believe the bolt doesn't protrude past the 16" wheel. I don't think the bolt will hit the ground with a flat tire.
Dan
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From: Pinellas Park FL
I use the car for a daily driver in the good weather and like to take it out on the back roads on the weekends. Would I still benifit from this mod or is it mostly for x-cross and drags.
Melting Slicks
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From: Wisconsin
Originally Posted by corvetteatv7
How much can you lower the car with this verus a coilover?
I personally am not too fond of the traverse composite monoleafs. It tends to ruin the independence of the suspension. It does what it is supposed to though, be a lightweight adjustable alternative. There really isn't much need to adjust the ride height of the system or the spring rate once you have it set how you like it. With the coilovers you set the ride height where you want it, then corner weight it, then you don't touch it. Obviously all the adjustability is nice for when you go to different tracks, but isn't necessary at all in a street car. The easily adjustable shocks can be used to stiffen or soften the ride.
Last edited by Schmucker; Jan 18, 2005 at 11:30 PM.
Burning Brakes
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From: SF East Bay CA
Are those 17 inch wheels that the bolts are sitting lower than in the picture Vettedan?
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over
I've never had a flat tire on my Corvette and do not plan on it since I don't carry a spare but that bolt just worrys me. I like the mounting that Timbo79 has with the bolt reversed. I will check my car to see if there is clearance to turn the bolts over
It is a very good mod.
Drifting
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From: Berlin
Originally Posted by conway62
How do you like the complete setup? Spring and Steeroids.
I don't like steeroids. I've stated several times in old threads that I thought it was severely overboosted. I do have one more comment to add about it that many would consider positive: I've recently driven a C5, and felt that it was also overboosted. Steeroids actually feels pretty similar to the C5 (at least during regular driving - I didn't get to really abuse the C5), so go for it if you like that feel. I guess I'm strange in that I much prefer the stock C3 system... Also, the problems with having very light steering are exaggerated in my car because the springs are very stiff. It's too hard to control the car on rough roads when your arms are bouncing around and you can hardly feel the steering wheel at all.
