Valve
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- Dec 15, 2013
Hi,
I'm struggling to get my hands on a set of rear coilovers for my Volvo 240 here in the UK so I was looking to make something work with what I already have and can easily get hold of.
I was thinking of using the original mounting point for the spring perch on the trailing arms and either cutting it out and welding in a stronger anchor point, Or welding two tabs onto the original plate to form an anchor point to mount a set of universal coilovers such as the AVO units in the link below
https://www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk/...with-poly-bush-mount-for-2-25-inch-springs-pf
Then mounting a corresponding anchor point above to the chassis to secure the top of the coilover.
My only concern was the lateral load on the coilovers during harsh cornering and sliding. All the bushing are being changed for PU bushes to reduce movement of the axle in relation to the body as much as possible.
Can anyone see any flaws with this setup or is it feasible?
Thanks
Jack.
I'm struggling to get my hands on a set of rear coilovers for my Volvo 240 here in the UK so I was looking to make something work with what I already have and can easily get hold of.
I was thinking of using the original mounting point for the spring perch on the trailing arms and either cutting it out and welding in a stronger anchor point, Or welding two tabs onto the original plate to form an anchor point to mount a set of universal coilovers such as the AVO units in the link below
https://www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk/...with-poly-bush-mount-for-2-25-inch-springs-pf
Then mounting a corresponding anchor point above to the chassis to secure the top of the coilover.
My only concern was the lateral load on the coilovers during harsh cornering and sliding. All the bushing are being changed for PU bushes to reduce movement of the axle in relation to the body as much as possible.
Can anyone see any flaws with this setup or is it feasible?
Thanks
Jack.