Information
from the Fast Cars, Inc website on the custom front suspension
for the MGB, MGBGT and MGBGTV8
The goal was to build a lightweight racing suspension with state
of the art geometry and corrected roll center. We knew this
couldn't be done with heavy components borrowed from some passenger
car. True geometry meant building our own pieces. Clean design
results in a unit which is eighty pounds lighter and bolts into
the MGB without body modification. Most of the weight savings
is unsprung weight, particularly from changing the crossmember.
Every piece is custom built to achieve an ideal suspension.
We build our own lightweight racing spindles from 4130N chrome
moly. The steering rack is built just for our suspension. Our
bushings are all machined from Nylatron GS. There is no urethane
in our suspension. The specially built components give the correct
ackerman, anti dive and camber gain. Basic geometry precise
steering and confidence inspiring handling.
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Castor
and camber are quick and easy to adjust. Carrera adjustable
coil over shocks make ride height and spring changes easy.
Brakes are Wilwood 11.75 ventilated discs with Wilwood Dynalite
four piston calipers. The difference in stopping is incredible.
The hubs are aluminum alloy and can be had with any wheel stud
pattern.
Price of the suspension is US$3,825 and it comes complete as
shown plus stainless steel brake lines. Also available is an
extra cost option for 302 Ford installations, which includes
engine mounts and rear transmission mount. Unit is available
in righthand drive at no additional charge.
Further
details and good photographs of an installation are available
on the Fast Cars website.
Fast Cars, Inc
Weight conscious performance engineering
www.fastcarsinc.com/ifs.htm
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