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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 07:15 PM
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I broke a spring and need to replace it. I might go with dual springs but.... Can anyone tell me what this is.
Its in a cam only (MS3) car with 241 heads.

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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 08:08 PM
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You'll need to pull out a few springs and measure them. Then go shopping for one that matches.

Then replace the full set.
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You'll need to pull out a few springs and measure them. Then go shopping for one that matches.

Then replace the full set.
I'm thinking of going with a whole new set but I'm still curious about the spring itself. Would measurements help?
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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 08:29 PM
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without a number or logo stamp, just identifying by looking at the spring alone ill say good luck. just buy a new set.
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without a number or logo stamp, just identifying by looking at the spring alone ill say good luck. just buy a new set.
10-4 .. its the best think to do
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I would think the springs should somewhat match the cam. The OP stated it's got a cam, certainly the springs were installed to match it.

If he pulled out a few springs, an engine shop can measure them and he'll know what springs will match the cam.
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Might be a 918 spring? I guess it could be anyone's beehive spring though. The single beehive springs do tend to fail more than dual springs.
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Might be a 918 spring? I guess it could be anyone's beehive spring though. The single beehive springs do tend to fail more than dual springs.
Its not a beehive. It measures 1.26 outside diameter top and bottom. I talked to someone who knows about springs and he thinks maybe someone took a the middle spring out of a dual spring setup so they could run the stock seal. I think he may be right. Anyway Im looking for a kit now. Lunati any good?

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Its not a beehive. It measures 1.26 outside diameter top and bottom. I talked to someone who know about spring and he thinks maybe someone took a the middle spring out of a dual spring setup so they could run the stock seal. I think he may be right. Anyway Im looking for a kit now. Lunati any good?
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I forgot to give you guys an update. I replaced the springs with duals and all is well. Thanks for your help and advice.
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