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Front coil spring question.
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05/06/09 06:53 AM
05/06/09 06:53 AM
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Posts: 2,528 Mansfield, Tx
Jacob Pitt
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So the front of my Challenger is stiff as a board. It doesn't rise easily or compress easily and I think it is the main problem I'm having with unloading the rear times. It currently has 8" 450lbs coilover springs on the alterkation. I am going to try a lighter spring at 350lbs to get more stored energy to help the frontend transfer weight. Do you guys think I should go for a longer spring like maybe a 9" spring or stick with another 8". I was wondering about coil bind issues and such, but don't really have much experience with coilover springs. Any advice would be nice.
2013 NHRA D4 Stock Champ #4 in the World IHRA Stock 2x IHRA Div.4 Stock Champ 14x Track Champ All using a Ultimate Converter Concepts converter. Call Lenny today 704-892-6837
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Re: Front coil spring question.
[Re: Jacob Pitt]
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05/06/09 07:58 AM
05/06/09 07:58 AM
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i have 10 in 450 pounders on mine and will be switching to 8 in 400 pounders then i will try some 7 in 350 pounders test them this sat and let you know
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Re: Front coil spring question.
[Re: Rodney]
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05/06/09 10:20 AM
05/06/09 10:20 AM
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Jacob Pitt
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The springs are not adjusted up very much at all. I have the shocks as loose as they go and it still feels like trying to pull up on a 1500 series pickup truck. There is very little free movement. I have been battling a spinnig issue for over a year now, but it is more inconsistant now than before. It is close to hooking every pass but not yet. If it is this bad now in the summer it will be all over the place. My chassis guy and I think the front end being what feels to be locked down is the culprit.
2013 NHRA D4 Stock Champ #4 in the World IHRA Stock 2x IHRA Div.4 Stock Champ 14x Track Champ All using a Ultimate Converter Concepts converter. Call Lenny today 704-892-6837
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