Stacked Springs

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

I have run 400 on top of 400 and it was loose coming of thats why I thought about going stifer on bottom, the tracks I run on bad slick!! I have played with adj on stop nut, but still loose off.

Well then just stiffen the bottom.

[CHUMBA]

I have run 400 on top of 400 and it was loose coming of thats why I thought about going stifer on bottom, the tracks I run on bad slick!! I have played with adj on stop nut, but still loose off.

[CHUMBA]

yes i know thats why I was looking for spring compresser, and also wondering, what two springs most were useing? and if Iam way off on what Iam wanting to try. Thanks for replys CHUMBA.

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

jedclampit: this is for a right front app. were thinking 300 top and 700 bottom with stop nut.

That 300 is your problem. You are probably going to need a 6 or 7 inch spring. Good luck finding one.

[CHUMBA]

jedclampit: this is for a right front app. were thinking 300 top and 700 bottom with stop nut.

[jedclampit]

If you are after a 200+ #/ inch spring , I see no reason to stack.
If less than 200, then there is a reason to.
The example above to get a 133# / inch should suit you well.
4" 400 and 8" inch 200=133#/inch 12 " spring.

[CHUMBA]

What rate are most people running? (the combinded of the two springed) 200 to 250 or 250 to 300 or more or less? Iam in the 250 to 300 range. Thanks!

[jedclampit]

I have tried that the 4" is going to coilbind before i get the travel needed, iam using the 5" afco spring now and its close to coilbind, I want to go softer up there, thats why I want to run 6 or 7" spring. running integra shocks nut goes on first then spring then devider then next spring then then cone, thats the part I need about 1 1/2 to 2" of spring compress to get on. the bottom spring is 8". any thoughts anyone???

What rate are you trying to produce?
What lengths/rates are you using?
Your short spring is probably too soft.

[giffordracing]

8" bottom spring...4" top...12 inches total...

[CHUMBA]

I have tried that the 4" is going to coilbind before i get the travel needed, iam using the 5" afco spring now and its close to coilbind, I want to go softer up there, thats why I want to run 6 or 7" spring. running integra shocks nut goes on first then spring then devider then next spring then then cone, thats the part I need about 1 1/2 to 2" of spring compress to get on. the bottom spring is 8". any thoughts anyone???

[Egoracing]

does anyone make a spring compresser? need to compress both about 2" to get everything together.

Typically it is a 10 inch spring and a 4 inch spring in the stack and you do not need to compress it. If it is loaded that much you will damage the shock without the cars weight on it.

[CHUMBA]

does anyone make a spring compresser? need to compress both about 2" to get everything together.

[Egoracing]

Just out of curiosity... on the spring rate calculations, does spring length make a difference? As in, do both springs have to be the same length, or can you use different spring lengths? I wouldn't think it would matter, but didn't know for sure.

No, The only thing that matters is if you can get the nut on the shock with both springs on.

[dualdj1]

Just out of curiosity... on the spring rate calculations, does spring length make a difference? As in, do both springs have to be the same length, or can you use different spring lengths? I wouldn't think it would matter, but didn't know for sure.

[bwels25]

We offer dual rate spring set-ups as well as bump stop and bump limiter combinations for late models and modifieds.

Give us a call and we can get your shock and spring program on track.

I can tell you for a fact this does work and Brian knows what He is talking about! The best our car has ever been. thanks Brian