Triumph 2500/Stag - Rover v8 front coilover conversion query

Triumph 2500/Stag - Rover v8 front coilover conversion query

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frankiebdv

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4 posts

137 months

Thursday 27th June 2013
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Hi everyone, it's my first post so please forgive me if this topic has been covered before, I did have a quick search.

I have recently bought a Triumph Stag with a Rover V8 engine conversion, it goes well enough but I've never been happy with the ride. I've tried a couple of sets of front springs but both are extremely stiff. They are apparently Rover v8 replacement springs (no idea who made them) and although taking into account the reduced weight of the engine I think the car still sits a bit too high.

I was wondering if any members have or knows of anybody who's modified the front strut tubes to accept adjustable height spring platforms and any idea of a ballpark spring rate required, although I imagine that could be a fair chunk of trial and error anyway.

Thanks very much indeed,

Frank

//j17

4,612 posts

230 months

Thursday 27th June 2013
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Enginuity would probably be my starting point.

330p4

668 posts

237 months

Friday 28th June 2013
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Frank we have progressive rate springs for the RV8 stag google monarch stags
Ian

frankiebdv

Original Poster:

4 posts

137 months

Friday 5th July 2013
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Hi, many thanks for information guys.
I remember the lad I bought the car from told me he'd bought quite a few bits from Monarch during the conversion but didn't know how much experience they have with Triumph Stags with RV8 conversions, I've had a look on their website and they appear to know these cars inside out, I'll definitely be giving them a call.
Thanks once again,
Frank.