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Linear vs. progressive springs. Is either better? Why would you choose one over the other?

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Old 05-01-2005, 05:47 PM
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Default Linear vs. progressive springs. Is either better? Why would you choose one over the other?

or is it just a person preference?
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I would search google linear vs. progessive springs I'm sure there's alot of info on that
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Default Re: Linear vs. progressive springs. Is either better? Why would you choose one over the other?

Actually,despite all the claims,there arent any progressive springs on the market for these cars. I have tested many on a precision digital spring tester and they are all perfectly linear in the installed range.It is pure marketing hype!
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