« Reply #15 on: May 04, 2011, 07:03:29 PM »
I have heard reference to Cavalier shocks. What are the pros and cons of those units? As of now, it looks like I will be settling on some $19 monroes for the back (91 crown vic).
Also, does anybody run limiting straps? My Rocky Road shocks let the springs get a bit loose when fully extended. I'm thinking of giving seatbelts a new use for making those.
Lastly, how about bump stops? I am just thinking about tacking on some 1" or 2" rigid pipe to the original bump stop and securing the threads to a coupling and then see if I can find some allthread to make up the rest...
Any thoughts?
Limiting straps are a good idea for front and rear of lifted Trackicks with more than 2" of suspension, but I'm thinking your shocks are just a tad too long. A limit strap should work for that application. And seat belts work just fine. Extending your bumpstops is also a good idea IMO.
I agree. I am using seat belts for limiting straps in the back, because I could drop the springs out when extended to brake lines (which is not a good idea either).
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93 Tracker,XL7 springs & 1" raised spring pads in front with YJ springs in back, home built bumpers rear & front (w/winch), 2" x 4" rock tubes, ARB front & rear, converted Sami rear to IFS, 33x12.5x15 aluminum rims, roll cage, 2.7L w/5 speed auto.
