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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 12:59 PM
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I posted a few questions last week that were answered quickly with great info!

I have an 87 Corvette and am looking to purchase a set of coilovers. I am leaning towards a set from Exotic Muscle. this set up uses the original shock towers. My concern lies with the shock towers of the 87 as I believe they are not as strong as 88 and up. Has anyone installed the coilovers on an 84-87 with the original shock towers?

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Sorry, new to the site. What does mean?
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Sorry, new to the site. What does mean?
He's waiting to see responses as well. Like watching a movie...
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Forum member LD85 put coilovers on his '85 but he too thought the shock towers were too weak so he made his own.
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He's waiting to see responses as well. Like watching a movie...
Perfect. Thanks.
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