Re: [doc] FW: Rear Springs/ shockers.

[Phil Peters <PhilPeters@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I'd certainly be interested in seeing an estimated all-in price for this.



On Mon, 22 Aug 2005 08:42:50 +0100 , "Chris Parnham" <chrisparnham1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>  wrote:
>Dear list, see the emails below and let me have your comments,
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>Hi Chrispy
> 
>Did you ever look into re making the rear springs? If so did you get a
>price?
> 
>Thanks    Chris H 
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>----- Original Message ----- 
>From: Chris <mailto:chrisparnham1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>  Parnham 
>To: 'Chris' <mailto:chris@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>   H 
>Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2005 8:39 PM
>Subject: RE: Rear Springs
> 
>No Chris,
> 
> as they are only  of an inch shorter than the originals, and in 20
>years most cars have settled a little, I simply donÂt think there is any
>demand or need. 
> 
>Best regards
>Chris Parnham
> 
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Chris H Sent: 21 August 2005 21:12
>To: chrisparnham1@xxxxxxxxxxxx
>Subject: Re: Rear Springs
> 
>Yes but the DMCH ones are supposed to be stiffer than stock ones for
>better handling. Most rear shocks have adjustable collars anyway for
>ride height, the front and back should be 5.5" from the ground to the
>frame. To me it proves Lotus made the DMC ride height higher so it could
>not handle like an Esprit. In the Service bulletins there is a bulletin
>about adjusting the suspension and the ride height need to be at 5.5"
>from the ground and it suggests using heaver weights in the luggage
>compartment to being the ride height down. Also the control arms and tie
>rods are level.
> 
>Most of the vendors sell springs in sets of 4. I would be interested if
>you decided too look into it anyway
> 
>thanks
> 
>Chris
> 
> 
>List,  I have only been asked about rear springs a couple of times, but
>if there were sufficient demand (with deposits) I would consider getting
>a batch made. . I estimate the cost would be about Â80 a pair.   Any
>takers?   Personally IÂm not convinced think they are necessary. (B.T.W.
>Nick T. I have some s/hand rear springs for you) 
> 
>  On a Similar subject, I am in contact with one of the original
>DeLorean suspension designers who has had another look at the car. He
>has come up with some custom vastly improved shockers, especially made
>for the car, but we again would need to order a largish batch at about
>Â90 each (fitting all 4 is essential). Â...any possible takers?  
> 
>I have all 4 shockers and springs on Delores and cannot fault them. 
> 
>My latest batch of front springs will be ready later this week, still
>Â60 plus shipping. ( UK only) 
> 
>Best regards
>Chris Parnham
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