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Before I decided to convert to an LS1, I was planning to use:
stock 914 torsion bars 100 lb. rear springs stock sway bars Bilsteins all around. The car is steel flared and will have a proper 5-bolt conversion running 16x8 up front and either 16x8 or 16x9 in the back. This will be a street-only car. Should I put stiffer springs in the back? If so, how much stiffer? |
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Andyrew |
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Street only? I would start out with some 140's. I have 180's right now and they are not harsh by any means, but they are firm, If you have 100's right now and liked it prior to the conversion then 140's should be similar if not a tad bit firmer and better all around.
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pdlightning |
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Member ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 207 Joined: 4-February 11 From: Santa Clarita Member No.: 12,660 Region Association: Southern California ![]() |
Street only? I would start out with some 140's. I have 180's right now and they are not harsh by any means, but they are firm, If you have 100's right now and liked it prior to the conversion then 140's should be similar if not a tad bit firmer and better all around. I am in the same boat with a LS1 and 915. At 409 lbs, street only driving and comfortable ride needed for a bad back, I am going with Bilstein front struts on a Carrera front end with stock sway bar and 140 coils on reinforced control arms in rear. Talking about LS1's, what engine mount did you use and does it place the trans in its original location? |
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