1977 Oldsmobile Toronado XS

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  1. jaunty75

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    I'm thinking springs. Seems like there'd have to be lots of additional heavy options to push the front end down two inches.
     
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    cammerjeff Longroofs Rule!

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    Have the front springs on the white car been replaced recently? I know its new to you but thats my thought.
     
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    Not that I'm aware of. Seems like an unusual thing to have to replace. I have a few receipts for parts and service done over the last 12 months or so, but no mention of springs.
     
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    Maybe they're just not as worn down as the other?
     
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    That seems unlikely. From what I've learned from other sources, these cars (Toros and Eldorados) did tend to sag in the rear after enough time. Could be that the problem has nothing to do with the front end and is due to weakened springs in the rear. At some point I'll probably take it to a shop and have things looked over. Maybe it needs new rear springs.
     

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