Any such thing as lighter rated throttle springs?
#1
Le Mans Master
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Any such thing as lighter rated throttle springs?
The previous owner put double springs on the carb linkage as a safety backup in case one breaks but it makes the pedal really stiff. I like the idea of redundant springs but do they come in different strengths so I can have the double springs without a stiff pedal?
#2
Melting Slicks
A lot of racing events require dual throttle return springs for safety as you mentioned, GM also used a two spring throttle return spring combo on a lot of applications which were comfortable for every day driving. I carry a spare spring in case of a failure as I also find the dual return spring combo on mine to be to stiff for street driving. T
#3
Racer
To answer your question, yes they do come in different lengths and different spring rates. I found that I had to measure what I thought I needed and then order a couple of dual spring setups like these and just figure out which length/spring rates felt the best.
https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/157051/10002/-1
https://www.jegs.com/i/Dorman-Produc...59207/10002/-1
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/rnb-59207/overview/
I highly recommend the dual spring setup,
Richard
https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/157051/10002/-1
https://www.jegs.com/i/Dorman-Produc...59207/10002/-1
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/rnb-59207/overview/
I highly recommend the dual spring setup,
Richard
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Keep it redundant ... BUT
If the springs seem too heavy ... maybe the throttle cable is kinked / bent / corroded etc ... and heavier springs are a band-aid.
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also, pedal can be bound up from ill-fit carpet / mat / dirt
If the springs seem too heavy ... maybe the throttle cable is kinked / bent / corroded etc ... and heavier springs are a band-aid.
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also, pedal can be bound up from ill-fit carpet / mat / dirt
Last edited by jackson; 03-20-2019 at 08:46 AM.