[DeTomaso] Testing Springs
Mike & Elizabeth
mbefthomas2 at gmail.com
Fri Apr 21 10:26:02 EDT 2023
The heavier/stiffer springs run on the rear.
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From: DeTomaso <detomaso-bounces at server.detomasolist.com> On Behalf Of Ross Nicol
Sent: Thursday, April 20, 2023 5:11 PM
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Subject: [DeTomaso] Testing Springs
I have just set up a test jig to test my original springs. Unfortunately I took the shock/springs out of the car long ago so I have no idea which ones were in the rear or the front.
My setup is basically comprised of a standard press with one of my scale pads underneath the spring. For each test I compressed the spring 1".
The heavier spring tested at 320 lb
The lighter spring tested at 208 lb ( most likely a 200 lb spring)
Hope this clears up the confusion on these original springs.
Cheers Ross
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