Posted September 2, 200618 yr comment_180889 I just measured my car. From the jack points on the framerails. Front = 5 1/4 Rear = 5 5/8. Reason I'm asking is because I'm trying to find out who made my springs. I only know that they are powdercoated blue with no other distinct markings. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 2, 200618 yr comment_180899 Ed,Here's what I've got, but I'm not sure that I'm on the same page as you for the rear jack point. Also, It strikes me that tire size (or height) could be a variable too. I have the Eibach Progressive Rate (charcoal grey in color) springs w/ Tokico HP's. Tire size is 185/70R14 with an over all height of 24".Front= 5 1/4" Rear= 6" ?Nate Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180916 A better measurement for comparisons would be the center of each wheel hub to the top of the wheel arches. This would eliminate differences in wheel and tire sizes and provide an accurate measurement of difference between one spring set and another.Of course that's a bit different thatn ride hight which is what you were really loking for anyway wasn't it? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180917 On my car, the front bumper is noticeably higher. Should the car look about level or the front lower?thx Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180937 WHO SAID ANY THING ABOUT A BUMPER ??? Hello ! COME ON TOMOHAWK . Ride height is the topic and the measurement is from the rocker jack points to the ground. If you measure this area then you will be on the same page . :ogre: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180937 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180946 beandip: I think Tomohawk was referring to the stance of his car, which is, as you know, related to springs/suspension components. So I believe he is sort of on the same page. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180946 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180951 A better measurement for comparisons would be the center of each wheel hub to the top of the wheel arches. This would eliminate differences in wheel and tire sizes and provide an accurate measurement of difference between one spring set and another.Of course that's a bit different thatn ride hight which is what you were really loking for anyway wasn't it?That is, unless you're running a smaller profile tire, which would lower your frame rails, but retain the same distance to the wheel arch. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180951 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180954 Sorry, Gary, Matt was right. the stance of my car is a little high in the front. Plenty of clearance under the floor tho. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180954 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180969 My car's specs are in my sig. Here is what mine measures:Bottom of pinch flange at jack points to ground:Front 6-7/8"Rear 7"Center of wheel to outermost, lower edge of fender lip:Front 13-7/8"Rear 14" Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180969 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr comment_180970 OK, Gary was right. I looked it up on the Automotive Glossary (http://www.autoglossary.com/) and it says the ride height isThe distance between the road and the bottom of a vehicle. Just not what part of the bottom to measure from, like the rocker jack points. You all have agreed to measure something else, but all still the same points. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr Author comment_180975 A better measurement for comparisons would be the center of each wheel hub to the top of the wheel arches. This would eliminate differences in wheel and tire sizes and provide an accurate measurement of difference between one spring set and another.Of course that's a bit different thatn ride hight which is what you were really loking for anyway wasn't it?Good point. When I get home I'll provide this measurement as well. What I'm trying to find out is if anyone has the same spring as I do and thus find out what kind they are. At the same time create some kind of reference so others can see which springs will do what. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180975 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 3, 200618 yr Author comment_180976 On my car, the front bumper is noticeably higher. Should the car look about level or the front lower?thxGo measure your car for us and tell us what springs you have. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/21415-whats-your-ride-height/#findComment-180976 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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