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Australian
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NOV 19, 06:31 AM
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bump this thread i love your work as you see you have inspired me to make a start.
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Fiero2m8
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NOV 19, 08:12 PM
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Today I picked up new rear struts to use for my rear coil over build. You may remember, I originally cut stock springs and modified the spring perch to fit 245's, but of course I would like to improve handling, slightly raise the car and fit wider meats in there, so I am collecting parts to make my own. Koni wasn't in my budget plans and I have new KYB's up front, but this time I decided to try Monroe Sensatracs as donors to modify for rear coilovers. Before I start, I would like some assurance I bought the right ones:

...cause I know the lifetime warranty won't cover the removal of the spring perch 

Next I need to find out where to get the rest of the stuff, sleeves and springs etc. I am thinking that the heavy LT1/4T60 combo deserves a fairly heavy spring (350-400lbs) - sound right? I also read in other threads that 12" length is the best choice, agreed?
Fiero2m8
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Fiero2m8
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NOV 25, 12:07 PM
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Here's are my current fav rims - HP RACING EVO (Hyperblack) Hoping I can make them fit with rear coilovers and modifying ride height and fender flares if necessary. They come 5x100mm pattern and +38mm offset. I would probably buy tires locally but sample package I like would be:
Rim sizes : 19 x 8.5(Front) +19x9.5(Rear) Tire sizes :235/35/19(Front) + 275/30/19(Rear)
 http://www.wheelsnext.com/d...EVO&color=HYPERBLACK
Here's the specs comparing my current rear tires vs. proposed size:
Current Tires (Front and Rear) - 245/50R16
Section Width: 9.64 in 245 mm Rim Diameter: 16 in 406.4 mm Rim Width Range: 7 - 8.5 in Overall Diameter: 25.64 in 651.25 mm Sidewall Height: 4.82 in 122.42 mm Radius: 12.82 in 325.62 mm Circumference: 80.55 in 2045.9 mm Revs per Mile: 811.2 New Front Tire - 235/35R19
Section Width: 9.25 in 235 mm Rim Diameter: 19 in 482.6 mm Rim Width Range: 8 - 9.5 in Overall Diameter: 25.47 in 646.93 mm Sidewall Height: 3.23 in 82.042 mm Radius: 12.73 in 323.34 mm Circumference: 80.01 in 2032.2 mm Revs per Mile: 816.6
New Rear Tire - 275/30R19
Section Width: 10.82 in 275 mm Rim Diameter: 19 in 482.6 mm Rim Width Range: 9.5 - 11 in Overall Diameter: 25.49 in 647.44 mm Sidewall Height: 3.24 in 82.296 mm Radius: 12.74 in 323.59 mm Circumference: 80.07 in 2033.7 mm Revs per Mile: 816
Here's the link to the tire size calculator I used: http://www.1010tires.com/Ti...or.asp?action=submit
Ryan ------------------
 1986 Fiero2m8 (LT1 NX / 4T60 Roadster Build) http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/071642.html[This message has been edited by Fiero2m8 (edited 12-03-2007).]
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Fiero2m8
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DEC 24, 03:37 PM
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Merry Christmas everyone! More updates early in the New Year... Ryan
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timwdegner
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DEC 25, 12:03 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Fiero2m8:
Merry Christmas everyone! More updates early in the New Year... Ryan
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Looking forward to it—just read the whole thread. Merry Christmas to you too.
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Fiero2m8
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JAN 09, 06:25 PM
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War Hammer
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FEB 08, 02:21 PM
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Alex4mula
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FEB 08, 03:16 PM
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I did. Worked perfect in my 88.
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SpeedDemon
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FEB 08, 03:21 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Fiero2m8:
Here's are my current fav rims - HP RACING EVO (Hyperblack)
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Those are a very nice wheel. I have a set (not on my fiero) and I think they look even better in person.
Chris
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PineyCreek
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FEB 08, 05:32 PM
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I love your project...wish I had the cash you apparently do.
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