Spring dilemma........
Right is a Hotchkis -"2 SBC spring
Wire dia: 0.719" OAL: 12-1/2"
Left is my current spring circa 1992
Wire dia: 0.667" OAL 13-3/8"
The Hotchkis rate is spec'd at 600 lbs and heavier wire diameter than my current springs which I'm guessing are 550 lbs. The Hotchkis has both ends finished and the other has only one finished end and not as 'tight' the Hotchkis.
I don't want the car any lower in front, .5" higher would be ideal.
How much compression sag could be contributed to the unfinished end?
Any guesses as to where it might end up when it's sitting on the ground?