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Old 01-09-2022, 01:42 AM   #2
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Re: QA1 Coilovers Spring Rate 650-750-850?

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Originally Posted by RoyL View Post
Coil over Spring Rates Discussed in this YouTube Video, says 750 lb is the most used [starts ~2:45]... What have you guys installed in your C10s?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foX1...JClassicTrucks

My Suburban has no engine, fenders, etc., so can't do any weighing. It's been X-member swapped from a 73-87 C10 and have 2" drop spindles for disc brakes and 1" drop front coils. 4" drop coils in the rear. Had a 350 sbc/TH350 trans, planning on a 5.3/6.0 swap with 4L60/80.

POL Coilovers [Aldan American] state their spring rates are:

Small Block Spring Rate = 450#, Big Block Spring Rate = 550#

https://www.performanceonline.com/19...n-kit-stage-3/

RideTech Coilover springs appear to be P/N - 59080800 Coilspring 8” 800lb
https://www.ridetech.com/instructions/11360201_WEB.pdf
You need to do calculations for the combo to get your target spring rate for starting.

The weight of the front components, suspension pivot point dimensions, & shock angle are some of the things you need to have an idea of to get started. Ridetech has an index w/various component combos to help narrow starting spring-rate choices.

It's definitely not a 'one size fits all' answer so even if you have a similar combo as another guys, the ride quality interpretation is subjective & you may want more/less spring rate vs. what they have.
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