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jmd2914

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alright, my shocks, struts, steering rack and inner/outer tie rods are in dire need of replacement. what kind of shocks and struts will work with the specific rate springs? ( im kinda new to the whole suspension thing) and can i use just a normal replacement steering rack? thanks in advance for the help

Joel

 

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Ya,

You can use a direct replacement rack. Are you sure your car has specific rate springs? Halfway through 89 they went progressive. They ride so much nicer.

 

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Oh yea, contact Mark ar PAS if you want some NOS shocks and struts.

 

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how can i tell the differance between specific and progressive rate springs? and how much are those shocks and struts you were talkin about?

 

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Call Mark at www.performanceautosport.com

I don't know his prices on those shocks/struts right now but I know he still has a pile of NOS stuff. He will be able to tell you the different numbers on the springs also to tell if they are specific or progressive. I don't remember because I'm going senile.

 

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ok cool thanks, so theres no way i can tell by looking at the springs?

 

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There is a part number on the spring. Eibach made them. I can almost guarantee you that if the springs have never been replaced, you have the specific rate which ride like rocks. They are in my 89. I'll take a peek at the numbers tomorrow if I can get to them.

 

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marcus95 said:

I don't remember because I'm going senile.

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You said it, I'm merely agreeing with you.....
What are friends for other then to take a cheap shot when they see the opportunity arise....

 

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I agree.

I just hope it's not early Alzheimer's.

 

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ok, thanks for checkin man, i talked to my older brother last night about the springs and he said that theyre probably specific rate too and that i should prolly switch to progressive rate. whats the differance in ride quality and handling?