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diiulio: Handling should not be the over-riding factor when deciding on going with an IRS or bouncing axle . . . in a Cobra. Contrary to most opinions, there's not much difference between the handling of one versus the other unless you're on a rough road. So other than originality, you have the high u-joint angles to deal with when using a solid axle. And because the axle takes up a lot of room, trunk space is compromised. Finally, ride is considerably better with an IRS providing the correct springs are used. Also consider cost and weight. Both are higher with an IRS. Bottom line is if ride is important, go with an IRS assembly out of a T-Bird or Cougar. If the overiding factor is cost, go with a solid axle. There's my $2.00/100 worth.
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"If you can make black marks on a straight from the time you turn out of a corner until the braking point of the next turn, then you have enough HORSEPOWER." Mark Donohue
Last edited by speed220mph; 07-13-2005 at 06:28 PM..
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