Since there is a shock absorber in the center of the coil spring on a Spitfire,
there really is no danger of the spring popping out. :-)
Yes, you can have a problem with a spring rubbing against the shock. This
isn't normally a problem with a torch cut spring as the base flattens nicely
due to the loss of temper. But in any case, one can flatten the bottom with a
grinder or a torch. You could even do what Charlie described, using a torch to
heat the end and then bending it flat with pliers.
I am sorry to hear you're posing legitimate questions while not wanting to hear
answers.
>>> Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net> 02/13/02 01:35PM >>>
The Spitfire doesn't have a stepped perch. They are flat on either end. ANd
while you might get away with putting a cut spring that has not been flattened
on a Spitfire perch, it will not set right in the perch and most likely will
pop out in the center of the coils instead of being centered around the shock.
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