HI Keith:
I talked to BPNW this morning and was told the same thing. I also checked
with my local Triumph pro mechanic who confirmed the same information. Your
experience gives me concern, however. I'll have to check the measurements
that I took before anything (front and rear) was replaced and make some
"after" comparisons.
Before the front rebuild started I installed the rear tube shock conversion
and springs from BPNW but did not notice any particular difference in ride
height. I've been driving around with the new parts in the rear for about
two months. I hope to have my front suspension project completed by the end
of next week. I'll let you know how it turns out and how the new
measurements compare with the old ones.
Thanks for your reply.
Walt Fogle
Keith wrote:
Walt,
>I ordered new "stock" springs from BPNW. They were shorter by about 3/4
>inch as well. I also noticed they were a little beefier. The gauge of the
>coil was larger, enough that my spring compressor would not fit between the
>coils.
>
>I talked to BPNW, and they said that the larger gauge makes up for the
>difference, and that essentially nothing would change. While I have no
>complaints about the ride I get from the new springs, it did lower the
>front of the car. (probably about 3/4 inch) Now the car sits with its butt
>in the air like a cat in heat. I'm hoping that the new rear springs, tube
>shock conversion and bushings I got from BPNW will help lower the rear
>because I always thought the car was too high overall.
>
>I'd be interested in knowing what you learn.
>
>V. Keith Meinhold
>Equity Research Creative Group
>
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