Leaf Springs Again
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Tomtecno
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Leaf Springs Again
Does anybody know what rate the rear springs should be?
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Keith Halstead
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Re: Leaf Springs Again
If Mk1 - deflection rate is 91 lb/inch according to the manual.
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Tomtecno
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Re: Leaf Springs Again
Thanks again Keith,does the manual quote values for the front springs on a Mk1. Rates and free lengths would be great if you have such info.
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Keith Halstead
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Tomtecno wrote:Thanks again Keith,does the manual quote values for the front springs on a Mk1. Rates and free lengths would be great if you have such info.
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Tomtecno
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Re: Leaf Springs Again
Keith,
That’s great info but I’m a bit confused. You said that the rears were 91 lb/in yet the fronts are quoted at 91 to 99 lb/in. Seems strange that they’re the same both ends.
That’s great info but I’m a bit confused. You said that the rears were 91 lb/in yet the fronts are quoted at 91 to 99 lb/in. Seems strange that they’re the same both ends.
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Keith Halstead
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Unfortunately it means nothing to me - I just came across it in the manuals. Perhaps someone else has some insight?Tomtecno wrote:Keith,
That’s great info but I’m a bit confused. You said that the rears were 91 lb/in yet the fronts are quoted at 91 to 99 lb/in. Seems strange that they’re the same both ends.