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Jun 12, 2013 18:58:12 GMT
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Hi,
I'm am restoring my 1987 Renault GTA 2.0 L4 which is based on the Alliance/R9 model. I would like to purchase 2 front Spax (or similar) lowering coils as well as adjustable torsion bars for the rear to lower the rear of the car. The parts do not have to be new, they can be used. If anyone here knows of someone who may have these parts, or may be parting out a 9, please let me know or put them in touch with me.
Thanks -
Jon
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87 Renault GTA
91 BMW 325i
99 BMW 740i Sport
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The standard rear torsion bars can be adjusted to adjust the ride height
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Jun 13, 2013 20:29:00 GMT
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Thanks Rocco I thought that may be the case when looking over the shop manual. I think I can order front from Vmaxx out of the Netherlands.
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87 Renault GTA
91 BMW 325i
99 BMW 740i Sport
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Jun 14, 2013 13:20:10 GMT
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That is assuming its the same set up as the R11? There are plenty of threads and guides on the subject on the net, I found it easier searching for how too's for renault 5's tho as there was a lot more info on lowering them but they use the same kind of setup
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Just be aware if you lower the rear ride height by lowering the tension on the torsion bars, the handling will be curse word. These cars were initially made with the backend a lot higher than yours is in the picture. The torsion bars tend to relax over the years and you get a more compliant ride, but less of the handling they are known for. Just pointing that out if that's important to you. An option might be using a shock with a coil over or an air shock. One fellow said he had done just that and he recommended either gabrial # 50835 or Munroe # MA810 shocks. Do your homework and see if that is an option, I've never tried either. One final warning is that the shocks are already exceedingly close to the tires in these cars and they rub if you even get the same size tire in the wrong brand. Changing the shock may cause the same issue, so measure before buying. A quick fix if things are close is to put a washer or two on the shock mounting bolt before the shock is put in place. Too much of this and I would guess you'd mess up the geometry, so us some discretion. Good Luck, Rick
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