Springs for GTV2000

[JohnHuntD@domain.elided]

Hello all,

I recently bought a 1974 GTV2000 in which the previous owner had installed 
new KYB non-adjustable shocks and red-painted aftermarket springs all around 
(he didn't know the make or brand of the springs and no longer had the 
receipt). The car handled like a slot car but rode hard enough to shake the 
fillings out of your teeth, so I replaced the rear springs with used stock 
rear springs I found on eBay. That made a noticeable improvement in the ride 
without hurting the handling (by my standards). I'm still looking for a pair 
of new or good condition used FRONT springs, and if anyone out there has a 
set I'd like to buy them. 

I'm told that the early 1970's GTV's use the same front springs as the 
Spyders (Spiders?). Is that true? If trtue, does anyone have a pair of Spyder 
front springs in good shape they would like to sell?

Finally, I'm told that KYB shocks are very commonly used on GTV's, but I'm 
wondering if they are known for a stiff and/or jarring ride compared to other 
brands like Bilsteins. (I had Bilstein gas shocks on a Saab Trubo I once 
owned, and that car was so harsh-riding my wife didn't want to ride in it!).

Thanks in advance.

John Doak in Baltimore, MD
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