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Old 03-29-2006, 09:04 PM   #42
bigred90gt
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Default Re: 1985 GT - Test your mustang knowledge, guess how fast i'll run 1/4 mile

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Originally Posted by tireburner163
You want to keep the V-8 rear springs.


The 4 banger rear springs are too soft, the suspension ends up having too much travel. It absorbs all your launch energy instead of planting the tires.
I have heard the opposite. The 4 cyl rear springs help the ass end squat, allowing for greater weight distribution to the rear of the car, giving better traction and a harder launch. I'm no expert, but this is common practice.
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