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Old 4th August 2011, 20:31
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Originally Posted by morris View Post
I was wondering if anyone could give me a length and poundage rating to go on. I was assuming I could take my final estimate for the overall car weight (1200kg loaded) and divide by 4 (assuming 50/50 distribution). I may be missing the point somewhere.

I was thinking 2.25 ID 6" long 600lb at £22 each

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Your loaded weight estimates feel about right which makes me think a bit about the front springs that marlin supplied me with 300lbs stamped on them.

But then I've have absolutely no idea how to work out spring rates....................
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