Larry
I installed a combination of poly and rubber bushes. The full weight of the
car was on the suspension before tightening, so I should be OK there.
Based on your spring table, it looks like I have RB springs on my '65
(orange). I'm guessing the PO must have done this to adjust for the BADLY
worn suspension.
Thanks Larry!
Bob
'65 B '75 midget
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From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Larry list account
Sent: August 22, 2004 1:11 PM
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Subject: RE: Front Springs
What bushings did you install? If they are the rubber type, you must have
the wheels fully loaded with weight of the car when you tighten the
suspension.
Not doing this will cause the car to sit too high, and lead to premature
failure of the bushings.
Spring info:
MGB RD <75 264-375 blue/yellow 9 7/8"
MGB RD >75 264-380 orange 10 1/8"
MGB GT 264-390 red 9 1/4" 0.52 wire diam
480LB 264-385 none 9 1/16"
550LB 264-395 silver/green 8"
660LB 264-335 purple/yellow 7" 0.54 wire diam
Larry Hoy
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