Explaining Lift Kit Spring Rates
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Leaf-spring rates can be easily determined using one of the following methods. Intercomp Company has a spring-rate test fixture that uses a hydraulic jack to compress the spring and a force scale to determine the rate. The low-buck (albeit less-accurate) alternative is to have a friend stand on the leaf pack and measure the difference in the spring deflection (compressed arch height versus the relaxed height or free arch). The heavier your friend is, the more accurate your results will be. Divide your friends weight by the amount of deflection you measured. You can convert your findings to pounds-per-inch. View Related Article
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GMC Acadia Research
Consider the GMC Acadia for your next new car, and browse reviews featuring information on test drives, comparisons, options and features. The Acadia has a V6 standard engine producing 288 horsepower, and . The GMC Yukon and the Dodge Dakota are other vehicles that might interest you.
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