Suspension difference's

[efriedrich]

Is there any differences in the M bodies front suspension between six and eight cylinder cars. For example the A bodies had thicker torsion bars for the v8 cars.

 

[bremereric]

Maybe the torsion bars.

 

[efriedrich]

I don't suppose there is anybody making aftermarket performance bars for the FMJ's. What can we do besides using the metal biscuits to improving handling, any literature recommendations.

 

[jasperjacko]

Firm feel offers stiffer torsion bars, but they are pricey compared to the old straight ones. I've read that the 6 and v8 used the same torsion bar. That was in my factory service man.

 

[Erics5th]

Yep. M, F and J body's used the same size bars, no matter the engine or whether or not it was a civilian or police car. The only real difference in suspension was how many leaf springs where in the back (H/D suspension option, fleet/police and RR/RT's and Super Coupe's got 5 vs 4), and/or the sway bar size in the front (police and the hi-po coupe's getting a rear sway bar of course).

 

[76CinnamonRT]

I don't suppose there is anybody making aftermarket performance bars for the FMJ's. What can we do besides using the metal biscuits to improving handling, any literature recommendations.

Solid k-frame mounts do make a big difference....

 

[77RTNJ]

You can also redo the torsion bar mounts with poly from polybushings.com

 

[Erics5th]

You can also redo the torsion bar mounts with poly from polybushings.com

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