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1961 Corvette front and rear suspension

suspension · Chevrolet

Reviewed factory-specification card for the 1961 Corvette suspension, stabilizer bars, drum brakes, and RPO 687 heavy-duty path. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Why It Matters

The 1961 Corvette used independent front suspension, a live rear axle on leaf springs with radius rods, and front and rear stabilizer bars. RPO 687 added special shocks and quick steering with heavy-duty brake equipment.

Also Known As

1961 Corvette suspensionCorvette rear radius rodsRPO 687 shocksfront and rear stabilizer bars

Used On

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Source Trail

General Motors Heritage 1961 Chevrolet Corvette Vehicle Information Kit

General Motors Heritage GM Heritage Vehicle Information Kits Archive

Corvette Action Center 1961 Corvette Specifications

Corvette Action Center 1961 Corvette Identification Numbers

Corvette Action Center 1961 Corvette Production and Performance Numbers

National Corvette Owners Association 1961 Corvette Profile

National Corvette Owners Association 1961 Corvette Options and Colors

National Corvette Owners Association 1961 Corvette Engine, Transmission, and Rear Axle Numbers