Spring "free length" for 800# springs?

gattia86 · #1 (**permalink**) 03-31-2009, 02:56 PM

For a '74 GTV...

Does anyone know off hand what the front spring "free length" is for the common aftermarket spring kits? (Like IAP, Centerline, Alfaholics) I'm guessing they're around 9 1/2" to 10", to fit in the stock spring pans, with standard front a-arm geometry (no roll center spacers, drop spindles, etc.).

The "installed height" of the springs seems to be around 10".

I've got a range of 2 1/2" and 2 1/4" ID springs to choose from... most are 8" free length, which gives me just enough room to install an ajustable spring perch.

In case you're wondering why I'm asking... I'm switching to heavier rate front springs while trying to maintain my current 3" lower front ride height.

thanks,
George

'74 GTV

SurfCity Alfa · #2 (**permalink**) 04-02-2009, 05:43 PM

Greetings George,

I just happen to have a set of Centerline Performance Springs waiting to go into my 72 GTV...free length measures at 10"...

Regards,

**davbert** · #3 (**permalink**) 04-02-2009, 06:47 PM

800lb 7" is what ive got +dropped pan