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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 09:19 AM
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Lot of discussion on the topic; but would like an answer for my setup. Car is full weight for the most part, with QA1 Rs in the front with 275 springs, no sway bar. Rear is full UMI adjustable with short TA and QA1 12 ways with stock springs with isolators removed. I think the 275 spring is killing my weight transfer. Would the 300 or 325 be better suited for my application. Handling doesn't concern me, just traction. Any help is greatly appreciated!
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Old Mar 27, 2010 | 05:47 PM
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Old Mar 27, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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yeah go with a 300 pound spring if your full weight
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Old Mar 28, 2010 | 08:51 AM
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I had a 275 spring and it was killing me the the front end would come up then would drop suddenly down making my car sping. I then went to a 315 QA Spring then wow what a difference it made as you see in my sig. I also have a full weight car with a iron block. So def. go with a 300lb spring. I sold my 275springs on here by the way. so your not out that much money.
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Thanks guys! I wasn't sure if the 300 would be enough; but sounds like that should be plenty. Order will be placed in the morning!
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