Spring Test Roundup

How serious are you about your suspension? Chances are you are in the category of people where it does not matter when you start talking little details. Nothing wrong with that. But there is a group of people where these little details start to matter. Where you want to know nuances that seem trivial to normal people. If you are one of those people, keep reading.

Different brand springs for 1997 - 2002 GM F-Bodies were purchased and tested to observe the exact spring rates. The springs used in the test were 2011 BMR Suspension rear and front springs, Moog linear spring, GM Stock rear springs, and Hypercoil 160 linear.

We should first discuss what spring rates are and how they are measured. Spring rate is simply a measurement of force required to compress a spring over a distance. By applying a force and measuring precisely every one inch, you can get the spring rate throughout the operating range of the spring. The unit of measurement we are using for the spring rate is pounds per inch (lb/in). [More]

What is a "Spudger"

That is a great question. The use of the word spudger became mainstream, or kind or mainstream, in geek circles. The geek circles were filled with people who love to repair or modify their iPhones, iPads, computers and other cool Apple devices. Before the spudger, sledge hammers and putty knives were used instead. :-)

Here you can see two examples of spudgers. We here at InstallUniversity prefer the Black Stick. Used by Apple and with multipurpose ends. Both types are sold in the online store.

F-Body Front and Rear Spring Testing

Here is a sneak peek of the upcoming spring testing we have been doing in our labs.