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Old Aug 30, 2015 | 11:01 AM
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Suggestions on how to stabilize/stiffen the ride on a 96 LT1 convertible?
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Suggestions on how to stabilize/stiffen the ride on a 96 LT1 convertible?
Start by checking and replacing all worn-out components. (shocks, bushings, ball joints etc.)
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If yours is like mine was originally, kind of loose and floaty feeling over the bumps, I'd recommend going with the Z51 spec sport Bilstein shocks. I put those on mine, it still rides comfortably but is much more controlled.
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Roll cage, doesn't have to be all race style.
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another thing you can do if you have a welder is to box in the X-brace:





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