I too, agree completely on D. T. s coverage on this topic, even on his
weakening for the rear tubes.
He is also one of the first, to mention the loss of Boulevard ride, which is
VERY, very true.
And on speeds, or on a smooth stretch of asphalt, it is much better, but I
must give just a little of the other part of my strong believe of the TR.
For all the people, that are UN sure with what to do with there suspensions,
or debating how far to go, or if a general up grade is in mind.
I will say for you, the car is OVER SPRUNG,,,,,, AND UNDER SHOCKED
Don
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sally or Dick Taylor" <tr6taylor@webtv.net>
To: <RPVanLuchene@lbl.gov>
Cc: <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 12, 2001 7:10 PM
Subject: Re: susp
> Ryan---Prepare to spend whatever is necessary to do the complete
> package, front and rear. Adding a rear bar of any diameter OVER 5/8"
> along with a stock front bar can get the car swapping ends when into
> panic manoevers. (Isn't panic manoevers the goal)? Or get the Addco
> front and rear anti-roll package that increases the front bar diam.
>
> Semi-comp springs seem to be the hot ticket for road cars. These are
> rated at about 20% stiffer than stock.
>
> Koni shocks last "forever".
>
> Suspension bushings in the Nylatron family take out most of the squish
> and rear wheel steering.
>
> Tire profiles of 70% and lower takes some of the wiggle out of lane
> changes.
>
> I don't have the rear tubes, but I'm weakening.
>
> What I've found with most of the above is far greater control AND a
> smoother ride at higher than 50 mph speeds, especially when there is an
> additional 200 lb. in the car and trunk. I must give up some boulevard
> ride, as the car tends to crash over bumps at low speeds with light
> loads.
>
> Do as much of this yourself as you can for greater enjoyment of the car.
> If you get stuck, there's a gang of us who can help unravel any
> mysteries.
>
> Dick T.
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