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LB/FT rating for shortened shock and spring


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Im dropping my Mk2 Escort about 50mm and also wanting to stiffen the whole ride up.

For the front coil spring at the moment is 520 LB/FT and i want it a whole lot stiffer, its not an everyday ride so am happy for it to be a bit bumpy. Any recommendations? I have 17" rims on so once its lowered there wont be much play between the wheel and the guard.

For the back im just gonna use lowering blocks but also want to make it more stiff. Can i remove an exsisting leaf and just get a heavy leaf?

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if your still goin to drive it on the road id go 220-250 lb in the front and maybe 150 lb in the back which you would most likely have to get made, with 17s that would be plenty firm enough, especially if you still want to go round corners in the wet. and if its stock at the moment have you driven an old light car with spring rates your suggesting? youll rattle your eyes out of there sockets.

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