Miata Mailing List: July 1996, Message #121
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   From: "Mike Lind" 
Subject: Springs
   Date: Tue, 2 Jul 1996 09:36:11 -0400

Hey Everybody!

I just received 4 Tokico shocks for $114 (including shipping), and am faced 
with the decision of whether of not I should replace the springs as well ( 
Both are original equipment).

I have a 1990 with about 90,000 miles.  I have noticed it definitely sits 
lower to the ground than the 96's.  But, I'm not sure if it is due to the 
suspension changes through out the year or if it's my springs.  Is there 
anyway I can check to see if the springs do need to be replaced.  If so, it 
won't cost me any more to have them installed (I'm replacing the shocks 
already @ $33/wheel labor).  

I don't plan on racing or AutoXing but would like nice solid handling.  I plan 
on adding sway bars, Track Bar etc... as soon as economically feasible.  I 
also plan on upgrading the exhaust system and adding Jackson CAI.  Not sure if 
I will dive into the supercharger/Turbo arena after all the other 
modifications.

Comments and advice would be greatly appreciated, particularly with regards to 
my spring situation (repace or not replace?) TIA

Mike Lind
Kansas City Metro Area
Red A 1990  89,000 Miles
1st Mod. (Crazy Red)
2nd Mod. (Tokico Shocks and Springs?)