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Old Aug 2, 2002 | 12:16 AM
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I'm getting close to the end of my phase 1 powertrain modifications. I plan to attend 2 or 3 open track events next year so I'm starting to look at suspension modifications.

I'm looking at T1, Hotchkis and BMR sway bars. What shocks and springs are best for each of these?

I'm getting Nitto 555's in stock sizes put on tomorrow so I'll finally be rid of the runflats. I'm thinking about staying with these tires for a at least a year, possibly longer since I'm considering getting a set of magnesium wheels.

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Old Aug 3, 2002 | 12:49 AM
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Tires are on, they are awesome.

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Old Aug 3, 2002 | 12:51 AM
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Default Re: Shocks, Springs and Sway bars. Oh my!

You can buy new mono-leafs for our cars???
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Old Aug 3, 2002 | 12:54 AM
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GM makes 4 different sets of springs Std, Z51, Z06, T1. Vette Brakes and Performance makes their own custom monoleafs and can do just about any spring rate you want.

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Old Aug 4, 2002 | 01:56 PM
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Wow1 I didn't know that. I'll have to check into it. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" /> Thx.
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Old Aug 4, 2002 | 06:30 PM
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The combo I'm doing is Koni's, Z06 springs, and Z06 bars. I'm a strong advocate of making sure the springs and swaybars are matched well.
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Old Aug 4, 2002 | 11:07 PM
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I agree, everything should be matched. Thats why I started this thread.

Right now I'm thinking about T1 bars, Koni adjustables and VB+P 850lb front spring. I'm not sure about the rear spring yet.

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