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Tyre spring rate

Tyre spring rate

Tyre spring rate

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Could anybody help me out with a simple test method to find the Tyre Spring Rate or a Constant figure to use in suspension programs for the Tyre Spring Rate in Kg/cm or lb/in.

Thanks

RE: Tyre spring rate

Sure. It's easiest to do it at the back. Measure the rolling radius (ground to wheel centre) unladen. Put two passengers and some weights in the back. Measure it again. Measure the corner weights in the two conditions.

should be around 250 N/mm

Cheers

Greg Locock

RE: Tyre spring rate

(OP)
Thanks Greg!!

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