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rear stuts.

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Im from maine but i live in Cali. and about to mov
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anyone got an idea of what kind of rear struts i should put in my 81, the thing feels like its going to do a back flip every time i hit the gas. Also springs? i want the rear to sit up about 2 inches higher than it does now. Help?
 

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The rear has shocks, not struts...and they don't control ride height. You'll need to change springs or install adjustable control arms for that.
 

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Just buy some cheap replacements for the rear. I got Monroes for like 30-40 dollars for the pair.

5L5 is right about the height. You will need to spend some good money on a set of adjustable control arms. Maximum Motorsports and Steeda make "weight jacker" control arms. Get the pocket book out...they are about 400 dollars for a pair.
 
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