nada

I was under the 71 yesterday and noticed the lower ball joint rubber boots and lower control arm bushings are SHOT! With over 105K on the car, I guess it's time for a front suspension rebuild. I did this on my previous vette (76) and I couldn't believe the difference it made in driveability and handling. HOWEVER, I'd like the opinion of the group with regard to replacing the front coil and rear leaf springs during the suspension rebuild. Do they necessarily need replaced; what are your thoughts? 105K miles on the car!

Thanks,
Rick in Tennessee

Budman68

Rich,
For $50 in the front and $100 in the rear. Why not. At least you will be able to adjust the ride height and make it the way you want it.

ndirishr1

I redid my 68 last year and what a difference! I changed everything because I wanted to have some trust and reliability and just do this once. I used 460 pound front springs and 330 pound rear fiberglass springs. The ride is so much better. Do yourself a favor and replace them.

FASGLAS

My "new" '71 roadster arrived home last night. :D (can't get the damn grin off my face)

The car shows 83,000 miles and has been in dead storage for YEARS. Everthing in the suspension feels like it's disconnected. I'm convinced all the moving parts will be replaced. Under MODERATE acceleration, it feel as if it wants to go in several different directions, none being where I want to go. :lol:

If this was any other time, I'd be preparing the body for removal, but don't want to see the 50th anniversary doings arrive with the car out of service.

Will concentrate on getting it going, turning and stopping correctly first. It may not be the prettiest at BG, but it'll be there... :yesnod: