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 Posted: 06-03-2007 02:58 am
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Judson Manning



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 You might want to google search performance and or racing suspension and handling for an in depth discussion on the matter.

Springs determine how far the suspension travels under load, shocks determine just how fast you get to the end of that travel.  Think of Sway/Roll bars as an extension of the springs adding more roll resistance.

The attached pic shows just how far the JH can roll to its side in a turn.  The car is running 8" slicks so I can say this is about as extreme as it can get.  This is Delta's "performance" suspension package of Shocks, Springs & Bars.  I actually had to replace the rear bar with something smaller since the inside tire tended to lift into the air (that's the time you really wish you had a LSD!).

A good set of shocks, Delta's upgraded springs and a front roll bar is a good start for spirited rides in the mountains.  The rear bar is nice, just don't expect that inside tire to "be there for you" in extreme instances.

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