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From: jay@hp-pcd.UUCP (jay)
Newsgroups: net.auto.tech
Subject: Re: Triumph Spitfire
Message-ID: <124400004@hpcvla.UUCP>
Date: Wed, 11-Dec-85 11:10:00 EST
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Posted: Wed Dec 11 11:10:00 1985
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Nf-From: hpcvla!jay    Dec 11 08:10:00 1985


     
        I own a '73 MGB.  I had problems with a sagging rear end, but
        without the tilted wheels you described, MG's don't have independent
        rear suspension.  Upon investigation, I found that MG's are
        notorious for weak rear springs.  Since Triumphs were made by the
        same folks, a similar conclusion might be warranted.

        In a vehicle with independent rear suspension, rear wheel tilt as
        you described is caused by the body sitting too low with respect to
        the suspension.  This can be caused by weak rear springs or overloading
        of the car.

        Warning:  If your brother decides to try replacing the springs DO NOT
        buy used springs, they are likely to nearly as weak if not AS weak as
        the springs being replaced, and you'll end up buying new ones anyway.

        Jay Phillips
        hp-pcd!jay