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Old Aug 18, 2006 | 11:23 AM
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Rather than carry around that heavy metal multi leaf - is there a fibreglass replacement of the same value ????????

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My book shows the F41 spring at 305ft/lbs. I think VB&P recommends their 360ft/lb composite monoleaf as the replacement for the F41 steel spring.
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If the Vette Brakes website doesn't have the information you need I'm sure you can get it by calling them. Van Steel also sells composite rear springs and they are very helpful also.



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Originally Posted by I'm Batman
My book shows the F41 spring at 305ft/lbs. I think VB&P recommends their 360ft/lb composite monoleaf as the replacement for the F41 steel spring.
Thats sounds right.The 330Lb spring is more for touring,soft ride..while 360Lb sounds right for the Gymkana.The the composite spring only weighs about 8Lbs.compared to over 40 for the stock steel spring.It allegedly never wears out.I want one for my 80..soon...
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