Subject: colored dots on coil springs?

[C1J1Miller@aol.com]

Rob Winchell wrote:

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On my front springs on my 91 200Q, there are 2 white dots and a yellow dot.

On a set of front springs I have from an S6, there are 2 white dots and a

blue dot. The springs look identical (except for the spots of course), so I

assume the dots relate to the spring rate or something. Anyone know for

sure?

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Rob:  on my '91 200q, the front springs have two silver/white dots and a blue
dot.  Did you list the springs backwards (meaning the S6 springs have 2 white,
1 yellow)?  No info on spring rates; I think the S4/S6 had several rates,
dependant on year, etc.  Related question: anyone install the V8 springs on a
'91 200q, as they are supposed to have a higher spring rate due to weight?
Seems like a cheapo upgrade for us cheapskates, and would keep stock ride
height.
Chris Miller Windham NH, c1j1miller@aol.com
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