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Old 07-10-2014, 06:35 PM   #1
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Default Rear Spring Pads?

does our cars use two spring pads on each spring or just one?

upper or lower? both??
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does our cars use two spring pads on each spring or just one?

upper or lower? both??
John, Normally, upper and lower are used.
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John, Normally, upper and lower are used.
Thanks rich!

I was only able to find uppers for the e36.

Do we used lowers from an e30 since we share the same rear suspension?
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I'd suspect so. If you can't find a pair, I have a spare set you can have. I'll bring it down next time I see James or next meet.


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