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Re: Vixen front spring free lengths and rate?

To: tvrdude@netzero.net
Subject: Re: Vixen front spring free lengths and rate?
From: Dr John Upham <webmaster@ukmotorsport.com>
Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2001 10:29:01 +0000
Bill, I am using the same type of damper unit (Koni 80.2365) as I
had before. They do not have adjustable spring platforms and are
therefore
on maximum low position. Any shiming will raise the front further.

Regards,

John

Bill Sanford wrote:
> 
> John,
>  Have your shocks been changed? both the upper and lower spring perches
> WILL affect ride height. (yes, BOTH will).
>  Unless you are trying to achieve a plush comfortable ride I would try
> to
> avoid lowering the spring rate or cutting the springs. Adjustable perch
> shocks would allow you to set the level where you want. (within reason)
> 
> Bill
> 
> -------------
> 
> Dr John Upham wrote:
> >
> > Dear All,
> >      The front of my Vixen S3 is sitting too high. The rear seems
> >      about right on
> >
> >      4 x 65 lb/inch (measured on a spring compressor
> >      at Reading University) of 14" free length
> >
> >      The fronts are 185 lb/inch and 13" free length (I think
> >      but not sure).
> >
> >      Bearing in mind I'm using a 1600 Kent Crossflow engine with
> >      an alloy bellhousing, can anyone recommend some front
> >      spring spec figures please?
> >
> >      I reckon the car is nose up by around 1-2 inches too much.
> >
> >      Best Regards,
> >
> >      John
> >
> >
> >
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