By Chris Tropea
May 15, 2024
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suspension,
Restoration,
Suspension & Handling
The front suspension of any car contains numerous moving parts that can, and will, degrade over time–and our 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite project car is no different.
Here's how we rebuilt our Sprite’s front suspension while adding a few proven upgrades.
Presented by CRC Industries.
8/5/21 12:38 a.m.
In reply to ChrisTropea :
I'm in the process of a Bugeye restoration. You mentioned shimming the front shock to give 1 to 1 1/2 degrees negative camber. How thick should the shims be? This seems like a cheaper way to get the same results. Thanks, in advance.
8/5/21 7:41 a.m.
In reply to 59WhiteBugeye :
I think the answer might be both. Our springs were shimmed nearly an inch, which is way too much. I would say 1/4-1/2" is more appropriate. The offset bushings are inexpensive as well.
12/25/23 11:36 a.m.
If I remember correctly disc brakes were an option on MK1's. They were not the Lockheed brand but Dunlap. The option of discs was so expensive only a handful were sold.
Very rare.
Dug
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