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SUSPENSION
Spring Rate, Travel, Preload, Sprung and Unsprung Mass — And What the Extra Two Inches Actually Change
At the same rated spring rate, a 10-inch spring is not automatically softer, stiffer, or capable of producing more grip than an 8-inch spring. The longer spring primarily provides additional physical operating range. This comes at the cost of added spring mass and packaging. Whether this trade-off is worthwhile depends on how much suspension travel the car actually uses.
Jul 23
2-Piece vs. 3-Piece Rod Ends: What's Actually Inside Your Heim Joints
Learn why 2-piece and 3-piece rod ends perform differently—and which Heim joint construction works best for race car suspension and steering systems.
Jul 13
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