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Austin Metr Hydrogas/hydroalastic? To Dry Suspension Conversion


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#1 Calman

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Posted 10 July 2012 - 05:24 PM

Hi, ive done a search through google and havent been able to find anything other than to let fluid out which gives lows but also poor handling. Wondering if its possible to convert to a dry mini setup then i can use hi los. Havent bought the car yet so havent got a year in mind but it will definatly be a austin version 3 door. thanks

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Posted 10 July 2012 - 05:41 PM

dont think you can but i was talking to somebody from the metro owners club who was going to use mini coilovers

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Posted 10 July 2012 - 05:51 PM

Ok thanks for the reply bit of a bummer :/ Is it possible to stiffen up the suspension once fluid has been removed to get it to handle well again lol

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Posted 10 July 2012 - 07:08 PM

i dont really know mate i would like to know the same because soon i will be having the same dilemma

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Posted 10 July 2012 - 07:21 PM

Metros use droop stops on the front and rear suspension that can be changed for taller ones to make it sit lower while keeping the pressure in the Hydragas units. The forum here would be a good place to ask about the finer details as all MG Metro cup cars run Hydragas.

Here's how a well set-up lowered Metro handles.





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