Re: stock spring rates in an early 83 UrQ?

[Martin Pajak <quattro@rogerswave.ca>]

Ken,

> Well, the heat treating is assumed by me.  This is based on the
> caution message in the Bentley's:  "Do not attempt to straighten
> or weld suspension strut, wheel bearing housing, control arm, or
> subframe."  Also because these parts seem to me to be harder
> than mild steel you would get at the metal yard.
> Yeah, I've welded the strut housing too.  Cut the threaded
> part off, took out a section, and welded the threaded part lower,
> so that shorter Scirocco struts can be used.

When I cut through them to get the 4k spring seats for the 5kt struts I found
them to be as soft as regular mild steel.  Did not have to use 10 cutting discs
or anything like that.Cutting effort will usually tell you how soft the steel is.

I can also perform Rockwell hardness test when I am back in school and will let
you know.
Just out of curiosity.

Cheers
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