It's been a while since I've posted a question to the
list, so here is one that has been discussed
extensively....
I am getting my thoughts together for the winter project,
front and rear suspension rebuilds, and have some
questions and seeking a list pole.
1. I can get a pair of new Koni shocks from a club
member for $60 (both), so that part is answered.
For general driving with occassional let it
lose back road enjoyment, what is the best setting
(I don't want to have to take the springs out
every time I want to firm up the shocks).
2. I would like to keep the leaver shocks in the back
but may replace or upgrade the oil. Has anyone done
this and what oil did you use?
3. Now for the big drum role....I am at the crossroad
for what springs to get. I spoke to a well versed TR6
mechanic who suggested stock on the front and upgraded
sem-competition for the rear (I'm not using his exact
words but you get the idea). He also suggested that
if you don't have much squat, don't replace them. Any
experience with the life of springs (I have 123,000+ miles
on mine and can't speak for how it was previously driven).
Your thoughts and experience with the front and rear
springs will be much appreciated.
4. I am replacing all the bushings and collars, etc......
Thanks in advance (TIA).
Scott Suhring
Elizabethtown, PA
'70 TR6
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