Spring Rate code info
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Spring Rate code info
I'm researching springs rates codes for a C4. I'm looking for a break down of the 3 letter codes stamped into the spring so I can cross-reference those to the yearly suspension packages and Newton/millimeter values. Is there a published chart with all this info in one place? Many thanks…..
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http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...usp_chart.html
There was another list with the 3 digit codes around but can't find the link.
There was another list with the 3 digit codes around but can't find the link.
Last edited by rodj; Jun 13, 2007 at 03:14 AM.
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I asked the same question a year or two ago, but never got an answer. Hopefully the chart now exists, as it would be handy to carry around when looking at springs at swap meets.
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Several threads on the subject reside in the C4 Tech archives.
Here are a couple, compliments of the Advanced Search feature
Springs & spring rates - how to identify?
CF Member JasonL's .xls chart
http://www.tubas.net/vette/spring-codes.xls
Peer review of JasonL's chart with comments from Z-07 freak
spring codes....who wants em?
Fiche scans of front/rear spring codes from carfiche.com. Z-07 freak
has stated there are errors in these docs but has not provided details.
http://www.tubas.net/vette/
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Here are a couple, compliments of the Advanced Search feature
Springs & spring rates - how to identify?
CF Member JasonL's .xls chart
http://www.tubas.net/vette/spring-codes.xls
Peer review of JasonL's chart with comments from Z-07 freak
spring codes....who wants em?
Fiche scans of front/rear spring codes from carfiche.com. Z-07 freak
has stated there are errors in these docs but has not provided details.
http://www.tubas.net/vette/
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Le Mans Master
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Hib Halverson's revised version of his suspension chart.
'Hib updated this March 17, 2002.'
I have not looked to see whether this differs from the
version that appears at CorvetteActionCenter or
the html version that resides elsewhere in idavette.net.
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'Hib updated this March 17, 2002.'
I have not looked to see whether this differs from the
version that appears at CorvetteActionCenter or
the html version that resides elsewhere in idavette.net.
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More spring code chat
Thanks for the info, I'm more frustrated now than when I started. From all the old threads and the new responses I'm no closer to finding the definitive answers to my questions. For what it’s worth here is my three bears story: I swapped out my FHB/NYU combo because it was too hard. The car was skating across the track, no bite on any kind of track surface bump, plus loose condition too. I then installed FSS/RHZ like I had on my 94 street Vette. Way too soft! I never considered that the racecar was hundreds of pounds lighter. Plus it sits up high like a 4x4, this even after multiple races. Getting you car in the air a few times (Hoosier Hill @ Grattan) aint goin’ to make a difference. That FSS spring just has too much curve to it. The rear spring RHZ is a great drag race spring, the *** end squats way down tons of forward bite but this exacerbates the already high front end to the point that the camber starts to go positive causing a wicked push. I’m looking for the perfect bed in between. I’d love to find out the spring rate for a FSK GM part#17997091 it’s off a 92-93 heavy-duty suspension (FE7). Thanks for the help. If I ever run into a complete trustworthy list I’ll post it.
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I'm researching springs rates codes for a C4. I'm looking for a break down of the 3 letter codes stamped into the spring so I can cross-reference those to the yearly suspension packages and Newton/millimeter values. Is there a published chart with all this info in one place? Many thanks…..
NYU'89 90 HD FE7 excFX3
NYU'91-95 HD FE7
BMF'84 exc HD FE7
BMH'84 HD FE7
NYR '86 HD FE7
NYR '87-01 Soft ride FE1
NYR '89-90 HD FE7 w/FX3
NYR '92-93 Soft ride FE1
I found these on the web, dont know how accurate they are.
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But since you bring it up, Z-07 freak, as John Donne said: 'No man is
an Island, entire of itself.'
From 03-01-2004
Originally Posted by Z-07 freak
Originally Posted by okinawa86vette
Originally Posted by Z-07 freak
Originally Posted by JasonL
This is what I have so far. We should all compile our info together and
check for accuracy...
check for accuracy...
Jason, I have to respect someone who has taken the time to construct
their own version of a C4 suspension chart. There are a few errors, but
overall it's very good.
The only thing I can't confirm 100%, is the 95-96 FE1 front springs. I
know what the rate should be, but the codes I have seen on them are
for earlier years and different rates.
Hopefully Chris can provide me with the info from his parts CD, and I
can complete this masterpiece.
different codes and part numbers for what's described as the same thing.
If you can email it to me, I will Rosetta Stone this gobbledygook for all!
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a Rosetta Stone on C4 spring codes and rates?
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close but no cigar
I found a FHA at Contemporary Corvette boneyard in Bristol PA for $150. They did not have the FSK so I went with common the dirt spring. Picking it up tomorrow and if all is right with the world it goes in this weekend. I hope it’s really rated at 93.1 with not too much arch in it. I’d hate to waste money, effort & track time to find out I’m still off the mark. Can’t wait to compare it to the FSS and see how much flatter it is. Stay tuned…….
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If desired, use N/mm * 5.710 = lbs/in as a conversion factor
88-91 Coupe
FHB 115.5 N/mm = 659.5 lbs/in
FHA _93.1 N/mm = 531.6 lbs/in
92-95 Coupe
FSK _90.1 N/mm = 514.5 lbs/in
FSS _73.2 N/mm = 418.0 lbs/in
How much has the car been lightened? Have you considered
approaching forum vendors like VB&P, VanSteel or others about a
custom spring with a rate suited for your application?
Switching to coil-overs - more outlay than desired?
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88-91 Coupe
FHB 115.5 N/mm = 659.5 lbs/in
FHA _93.1 N/mm = 531.6 lbs/in
92-95 Coupe
FSK _90.1 N/mm = 514.5 lbs/in
FSS _73.2 N/mm = 418.0 lbs/in
How much has the car been lightened? Have you considered
approaching forum vendors like VB&P, VanSteel or others about a
custom spring with a rate suited for your application?
Switching to coil-overs - more outlay than desired?
.
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The series I'm running in Touring Challenge for Corvettes requires that I run under the old Corvette Challenge rules and they state no coil overs. I need to run stock GM parts. Counting my fat *** after a race 3000lbs.
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I listed the spring rates on all the Hyperco springs we offer.
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1950
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1950