Pedders 2922 - Mini R50-53 (02-07) - Front Coil Spring Low[2922]

Fitments:
BMW Mini (02-07), R50 & 52
BMW Mini (02-07), R50, 52 & 53
Mini (02-07) R50 & 52
Mini (02-07) R50 & 52, Inc Cooper

The primary function of springs, whether they be Leaf, Coil or Torsion Bars, is to absorb the shocks that are created when driving across irregular road surfaces and to maintain the tyres' contact with the road.

The spring rate, or stiffness, must be matched to the weight of the vehicle resting on it and the weight of the other suspension components and the wheel. Spring rate also controls roll stiffness, or body roll. By reducing the amount of body roll, we reduce the amount of wheel camber change. Large camber change can drastically reduce the tyre's contact with the road surface, severely limiting the handling potential during cornering.

The handling of most vehicles is substantially improved by increasing the original spring rate to an optimum rate which maximises tyre adhesion and reduces body roll for better handling. Increasing the spring rate beyond the optimum rate detracts from the handling potential as the tyres begin to skip over bumps, reducing grip and safety.

Coil Spring Design and manufacturing is a craft which requires strict adherence to a demanding series of procedures, all of which are critical to the performance of the final product. Pedders undertakes the following key steps in relation to its Coil Spring Manufacturing Process:

Hot Coiling
Oil Quenching
Furnace Tempering
Shot Peening
Scragging
Loaded Height and Rate Testing
Powder Coating and Packaging

Pedders is Australia’s Number 1 under-car specialist, now brought to you in Europe. They offer a comprehensive range of suspension, steering and brake parts to suit passenger cars, four-wheel drives, light commercials and high performance vehicles. Since 1950, Pedders has been designing, manufacturing, selling, fitting and servicing its world class products through a network of warehousing, service and authorised dealer centres throughout the world.Part Ref: 2922