I was wondering how many people have actually done the wagon spring swap in the rear. I didnt get a chance to go to pick and pull this weekend but I do plan on going next weekend. Anyone have any suggestions or comments..as much info as possible would be great.

thanks

oh yeah my website is back up too and there are some short movies of my car in action too!!! More comming soon especially at the 1/4 mile

I replaced the rear springs and shocks in my '85 DL wagon (140K). I bought the IPD overload springs ($96.00) and Boge automatic shocks ($35.00 a piece) -- took it down to the local gas station and told them to have at. The rear springs were totally shot and the car would jump all over the road when encountering any kind of bump, which in Washington DC means -- all the time. The new shocks and springs dramatically improved the handling and ride of the car, so much so that I recently put new shocks in the front as well (Boge automatic). Shox.com seems to have the best prices on shocks. One thing to think about: if you are going going to replace the rear springs and shocks, you might as well do the bushings as well. You can get a set from IPDUSA.com for about $200. I haven't replaced those yet, but they're next on my list to keep this tank in operation.

Good luck

James Russell

Wash., DC

'85 245 w/140K

'93 945T w/57K

'96 854 w/37K

I like them. I have them on my 79 242GT and a 244 turbo. Just a bit of sag corrected with them. Low cost ($10) solution.

I use overload coils from the local auto parts store on my 244 and 245. The ride is good and they hold up mell when hauling or trailering. They cost more than used, but they're new and last longer. Consider the age and mileage of used springs and price new after-market before you decide. With original used wagon springs and my trailer hooked up, I was nearly dragging the mudflaps, and the headlights lit up the trees. With the over-load coils, same trailer, nearly level and the lights stayed on the road.