shoccks and springs

[bodron]

240-z(72) restoration.would anyone suggest which shocks and possibly springs for daily driving. only owner(90000 mi.) never raced. Original shocks and springs still on the car. Appreaciate any and all advice. many thanks, B.B.

[ZCCOR#109]

I would stay with stock springs. Any shorter spring will bring an equal part harsh ride with quicker handling. Suitable for track days or really serious Autocross use.

I would go for an externally adjustable shock. Set as full soft for normal use. Set progressively firmer for a sporty response. They cost $$, but I have used internally adjustable Koni's, they had to be removed to adjust, and was reasonably satisfied with the payoff.

The replacement of front and rear anti sway bars to larger diameter will get the best improvement in cornering/handling with the least increase in normal harshness. There should be no increase in harshness over surfaces where both wheels operate together, such as pavement spacing in cement.

And I would avoid the plastic bushings unless your's is to be for the track. New rubber will handle ok and produce a good ride. The daily use on rough roads using solid bushings will gradually crack/damage the body. It is just a matter of time.