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Old 01-23-2006, 06:57 PM
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Default Rear CoilOvers for 67 GTO

Has anyone reading put a set of coilover shocks on the rear of a 66/67 GTO? I'm wondering if a) it is possible to do, b) if I'll see any better handling out of the rear suspension, and c) if anyone out there makes a kit. Any info would be appreciated. James D.

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Old 01-23-2006, 09:41 PM
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Requires some mods but this is a QA1 system installed on a 67 goat. Not sure I am happy with it. To raise the rear end I tightened up the springs and they dont give much protection against speed bumps etc. Looking for ideas to raise the body yet keep the springs.
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Old 01-24-2006, 02:15 PM
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Dude, your frame is like bent all to h3ll in the back. Right where the center bumper brace goes.

You need to check that out.

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Old 01-24-2006, 05:14 PM
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"your frame is like bent all to h3ll in the back" >>>>

got that 'hooked the chain around and gave er a big tug' look...

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Old 01-24-2006, 08:28 PM
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Not bent anymore, anyway it was only slightly bent. Looks worse in the pic than really was. That V is there to handle the filler neck for the gas tank.

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Old 01-25-2006, 01:17 PM
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STI, I am interested in this setup. Where did you buy them? About how much were they? Thanks for the info and pic. James D.

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