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steering damper and bigger tires 84-87 suspension by mmeyer86gt/gtp
Started on: 10-30-2016 12:01 AM
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So i am looking for a bigger damper since i cannot add 2 due to my spare tire battery tray in the way but i should be able to install a beefier one

original: monroe 2943
overall length: 19.125:
compressed: 11.75"
travel 7.3754"

options:
skyjacker 7400
overall 19.6"
compressed: 11.8'

rancho 5407
overall 23.875"
compressed 14.375
travel 9.5

Rough Country 87317N2

any other options out there anyone else tried this???

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Haven't tried it but consider that more damping action will probably require a unit with a larger cylinder diameter. You don't have a lot of room between the steering damper and the rack so you might be limited by available space. Also more damping action and larger tires, adds more effort to the steering and may change the alignment points.

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Report this Post10-30-2016 12:17 PM Click Here to See the Profile for mmeyer86gt/gtpSend a Private Message to mmeyer86gt/gtpEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
how would a damper require a car to get a new alignment?
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Is your existing damper in good shape?
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yes only about 2 years old and the rack has been rebuilt.
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What tire size, wheel width and wheel offset are you currently using?
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Report this Post10-30-2016 06:54 PM Click Here to See the Profile for mmeyer86gt/gtpSend a Private Message to mmeyer86gt/gtpEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
beretta rims
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16x7
tire 235/55r16
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Report this Post10-30-2016 08:01 PM Click Here to See the Profile for olejoedadSend a Private Message to olejoedadEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Perhaps tucking the front wheels further in will help reduce the poor scrub radius inherent in the pre-88 front suspension.
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I put a new steering damper on and could tell no difference from the old one .It is a fairly low stress component and unless it has leaked out all its fluid , replacing it is a total waste of time .On the other hand , your 235 tires will cause a big increase in steering effort over the stock front 205 size .They will follow ruts more and cause more deflection when hitting bumps .One of the reasons most modern cars come with power steering .Next time you need front tires , consider a 215 size with your 235 rears .All 86 and up GT's came from the factory with 205 front 215 rears .
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Report this Post10-31-2016 05:09 PM Click Here to See the Profile for rogergarrisonSend a Private Message to rogergarrisonEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I remove and throw alway the steering dampers on all my cars...from my Fieros to my Mercedes. Its not problem driving without them for me and Im far from being a muscle man. I like the lighter steering.
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Originally posted by mmeyer86gt/gtp:

tire 235/55/16


As previously noted, those tires on the front are probably causing you grief. When I have my 225/50/16 "track" tires on my Formula (on all four corners), I hate the way the car wants to follow the crown of the road and any ruts. However, with 205/55/16 "street" tires on the front, no such issue... the car handles beautifully.
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Report this Post10-31-2016 08:20 PM Click Here to See the Profile for olejoedadSend a Private Message to olejoedadEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Weight distribution of car would dictate a 205/215 front and a 255/275 rear for balanced handling.
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