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V8 Ford 302 all metal-springs?

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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 07:21 AM
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Default V8 Ford 302 all metal-springs?

New here so be easy on me. I'm building a v8 2007 Miata, and can't find front springs for the 2007. My engine has steel heads, not the nice light weight aluminum ones, where can I find the correct springs to keep the stock vehicle height for the v8?
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Old Sep 10, 2024 | 10:20 AM
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If I were to do it all over again, I would have installed a set of coil-overs.
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Old Sep 25, 2024 | 05:16 PM
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Yes, I went with Fortune coilovers even before I started the V8 transformation and I loved how they improved the ride and handling, particularly with some upgraded sway bars. I set the desired ride height then, and can re-set it to the same once my car gains about 200 pounds. The adjustability makes coilovers well worth the investment (you can often pick your spring rate, adjust damping, adjust ride height to get just what you want). Fixed rate springs are always a "best guess," and Miata aftermarket springs are not designed for a V8 lump up front. :-).
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