When I press my 67' L79 hard on a turn the rear end tends to wallow a bit! It has the original rear leaf spring and what may be the original shocks? 55,000 miles but was frame-off restored 1500 miles ago! I believe the same shocks were used. Any suggestion on more modern shocks that might improve driveability? I don't care about being judged I just want to enjoy each drive!! Thanks for any thoughts!! Mike #34566
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
Hi Mike,
I also have a 67 and use KYB shocks,seems to be a good combo -
Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
Hi Mike,
I also have a 67 and use KYB shocks,seems to be a good comboComment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
Look at Spax adjustable shocks. Website is below.
Duke
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
Look at Spax adjustable shocks. Website is below.
Duke
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
I am not sure what you mean by wollow but I had a problem with my 66 in turns or on those ruts in the interstate caused by heavy trucks. The car seemed to want to float when stuck in those ruts or float through a turn instead of around it.
The problem was worn side yokes in the differential and a weak rear spring. At least, that is what I replaced and no longer had a problem. With my half shafts diconnected, I could pull my side yokes out just a tad less than 1/4".
GaryComment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
I am not sure what you mean by wollow but I had a problem with my 66 in turns or on those ruts in the interstate caused by heavy trucks. The car seemed to want to float when stuck in those ruts or float through a turn instead of around it.
The problem was worn side yokes in the differential and a weak rear spring. At least, that is what I replaced and no longer had a problem. With my half shafts diconnected, I could pull my side yokes out just a tad less than 1/4".
GaryComment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
I would strongly recommend a new spring and good shocks. Most metal springs lose a lot over the years, just from sitting. Personally, I like a stiffly sprung car even for occasional "spirited" driving. It's more fun and safer. As for shocks, I have had very good luck with performance level Bilsteins and Koni. The Bilsteins are self-adjusting, but the Konis can be adjusted, if you want to take them off. There are, of course, shocks that can be adjusted while installed, but this is the pricey option.Comment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
I would strongly recommend a new spring and good shocks. Most metal springs lose a lot over the years, just from sitting. Personally, I like a stiffly sprung car even for occasional "spirited" driving. It's more fun and safer. As for shocks, I have had very good luck with performance level Bilsteins and Koni. The Bilsteins are self-adjusting, but the Konis can be adjusted, if you want to take them off. There are, of course, shocks that can be adjusted while installed, but this is the pricey option.Comment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
You may want to put the car up and re-torque all the rear suspension bolts. With about the same number of post-restoration miles on a car I bought, I found many things coming loose (spring, trialing arm and camber rod bolts) which led to some pretty evil handling characteristics. Say what bad things you will about rust, but it sure keeps everything nice and tight.Comment
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Re: Rear wollow on hard turns
You may want to put the car up and re-torque all the rear suspension bolts. With about the same number of post-restoration miles on a car I bought, I found many things coming loose (spring, trialing arm and camber rod bolts) which led to some pretty evil handling characteristics. Say what bad things you will about rust, but it sure keeps everything nice and tight.Comment
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