Ragthyme@aol.com wrote:
>
> Newell:
>
> Like as not, it may not be the springs themselves, but the rebound straps
> that have gone dodgy on you. Sure the springs themselves may be in need of
> renewal, but this hopping effect you're talking about sounds more like
> something's loose back there that shouldn't be.
>
> If you replace the rear springs, you're likely to increase the ride height a
> bit, at least temporarily. The springs settle in a bit as they get 'broken
> in', but it's only over time they really lose their ability to 'spring' and
> get tired, letting the car ride low.
>
> I'd put the car up on jackstands and have a good long look at the rear
> suspension, just to see what has fatigued to the point of needing renewal.
> Like as not, if you go so far as to replace the springs, you'll want to do
> an entire overhaul.
>
> Corey
> 75 MGB 'Rags'Thanks to all who responded. I checked the u-bolts and they
>were tight.
I did notice some cracks around the the front spring bracket. It's not
the bracket itself but it almost looks like undercoating or putty of some
type. Do I have to replace everything? I plan to do all the rubber and
shocks, springs, etc.. Newell Burke 1973 MGBGT
Worcester, Mass.
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