1971 Z28 Suspension & Chassis Components
This file is a mess, but I'm trying to consolidate the spring info, the suspension
info, and the yearly info into a more readable, manageable and informative package.
It'll also make proof-reading and catching screwups and obvious conflicts easier.
| Part # | Code | Deflection Rate | Curb Sprung Wheel load/wheel (LBS) | Load @ 11.00" Checking Height | ||||
| 3982345 | EJ | 300 | 0 - 847 | 1920 | ||||
| 3982346 | EN | 300 | 848 - 877 | 1980 | ||||
| 3982347 | EO | 300 | Over 877 | 2040 |
Rear Suspension: RPO F-41 special suspension standard, including 5-leaf rear springs, 125 lb./in. spring rate,
staggered heavy-duty shocks, link-type rear stabilizer bar (unchanged from 1970).
Rear Springs
| Part # | Code | Deflection Rate lbs/in | Load @ .71 Spring Camber (LBS) | |||
| 481992 | PK | 96 | 735 |
Steering - Gear, valving & related components
| Year | Part Number | Part Description/Specs | ||
| 1971-72 | 3996780 | (Camaro w/PS, Gear unit, power basic, variable ratio) | ||
| 1971-72 | 7808369 | Camaro - valve |
Sway bars
| Year | Part Number | Description | ||
| 1971-72 | 3984557 | (all models) 1.00" front | ||
| 1970-75 | 3983085 | (Camaro w/sp. perf susp, Z28) rear 0.688" diam |
1971 Camaro Spring Charts
| Model | Front | Rear |
| Camaro (6 cyl) (w P/S, A.T) | 3996362 | 480878 |
| Camaro (307) (exc CAC) | 3996362 | 480878 |
| Camaro (307) (w/ CAC) | 3996365 | 480878 |
| Camaro (350) (exc CAC) | 3996362 | 480878 |
| Camaro (350) (w/ CAC) | 494776 | |
| Camaro (w/sp.hp 350) (exc CAC) | 480881 | |
| Camaro (w/sp.hp 350 w/CAC) | 3996365 | 480881 |
Spring Details
3996365
480881
Summary/Conclusions/Observations
