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Old 09-18-2001, 03:08 PM
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Default Re: Deuce rear springs

Jim,
By the way, the deuce is supposed to 'sag' in the back, and there are a couple of reasons why a Yenko Deuce would 'sag' a little more than most '68-'72 Novas.

First, the COPO 9737 incorporated 'air-conditioned' part #'d front coil springs into the cars, (this was not part of the F41 package). These springs are not a lot different than the non-ac springs, but were designed for the additional weight of the ac package. Obviously, the weight of the AC package is not on the Yenko Deuce, so the front end will sit a little high.

The F41 package consisted of special heavy duty shocks, another reason, and special sway bars front and rear. When I checked the GM manuals a few years ago regarding the proper ride heights, I found that the F41 cars will sit something like an inch higher in the front, and an inch lower in the back.

Finally, this 'stance' is just how they designed the car. If you look at the original sales brochure, none of the cars are sitting level - much less higher in the back like people restore them to look!
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