Directly from my copy of the 1972 GCR:
" On independent suspension systems utilizing a hub, located by a strut,
incorporating a shock absorber surrounded by a coil spring, (i.e.., MacPherson
strut, Chapman strut etc.) the spring mounting points on the strut/shock
absorber
may be modified and/or relocated on the strut/shock absorber provided that
the strut/shock absorber remains inside the coil spring."
I read this as the cat was out of the bag by 1972 for MacPherson strut cars.
Adjustable coil-overs are modified, relocated spring perches. Springs were
free.
Mike Unger
1972 period correct CP 240z
Complete with steel bodywork,
coil-overs and bad brakes! ;-)
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