1st Generation Specific 1979-1985 Discussion

Car Lowering!

Old May 2, 2004 | 10:31 PM
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hahaha have fun driving with cut springs
Old May 2, 2004 | 10:33 PM
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Now im looking for some new transmission mounts, the rubber part. They are worn slam out, any sources?
Old May 3, 2004 | 09:59 AM
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If you can, don't cut them. The spring rates will be screwed and the car will bottom. When it bottoms, its dangerous, things are stressed and start breaking. The struts will be gone in no time. It will cost you more in the long run to drive around on cut springs.
Old May 3, 2004 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by racerxtreme7' date='May 2 2004, 10:31 PM
hahaha have fun driving with cut springs
why i sure did, and lots of it too...botoming out wasnt fun though. but it didnt happen that often.
Old May 3, 2004 | 08:32 PM
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Now looking for lowering springs. Anyone got any for sale under 200. Carl
Old May 5, 2004 | 09:18 AM
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For springs, i would check with

www.shox.com



they always seem to have the best prices.. I installed a set of Suspension techniques springs on another 1982 GSL-- and the tires started rubbing...





For different trans and engine mounts go here...

http://www.vintagerotaries.com/FORUM...opic.php?t=604



I have a set of these engine mounts for my RX-3.. and when i figure out how i am going to mount my trans i may end up needing his trans mount too.
Old May 5, 2004 | 09:19 AM
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I am running the Suspension Techniques springs. They drop the car 1". I like the ride of the Eiback springs better, but not enough of a difference to pay the increased cost. Nopi usually sells the springs for something like $175.



...or follow the link and purchase them from here....

http://www.rx-7parts.com/default.php/cPath/30_82



scroll down to the bottom of the 1st page. The price is a grunt higher, but you are supporting the community.
Old May 5, 2004 | 09:25 AM
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i always wanted to try and get some of our aussie buddies to talk about king springs. they have 3 different height progressive springs(including stock replacements, last time i checked) for FBs.
Old May 5, 2004 | 03:23 PM
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Thanks Chuck. Ill have to pick up those springs. Chuck has seen my car! Carl
Old May 5, 2004 | 03:30 PM
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Anybody have pics of their car with Suspension Techniques springs on it? Thanks, Carl

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