> We've decided we need a bit more ground clearance for Great Race. The back
> leafs are ok, I know how to do that. Does anyone know if the later TR4 stock
> coil (1.25" longer free length) will have good articulation and go into a TR3
> without making it too stiff?
>
> The goal is about 1"-1.5" more ground clearance all the way around and keep
> the suspension supple enough to absorb shock. I know this flies in the face
> of 'low and stiff' for road racing, but unfortunately America's backroads are
> not always as smooth as Laguna Seca. Especially when you have to hit rural
> grade crossings at your posted speed...
>
> Steve Hedke
> Team Scrappy 1957 TR3
> Great Race #45
> britpac@aol.com
Steve,
I always thought the Great Race was more a rally than any
type of true speed event that would ever come close to
extreme driving that would require a race suspension and/or
race engine preparation.
Just curious...
Do you have the dates and the route yet?
Cheers and good luck
Bill Sohl
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