If I add a spring does it affect the SWR or can it be tuned to compensate for the added length
990088
adding the spring does change the SWR but the adjustment provided by Firestik will accommodate the spring
990089
Once you install any antenna, with or without a spring, you then tune it. So the sring makes no difference when you tune. If you add a spring AFTER tuning, you would need to retune.
990090
I've found out that because it's not grounded you can't modify it, get a groundable antenna that you can tune accordingly. Big distance!
990091
I don't know if a spring would affect the tuning or not. The good thing about this Firestik though is the tuning process is non-destructive. You just turn a bolt out at the end of the antenna so if it does not work with the spring you can remove the spring and start over to tune the antenna. I have a 3 foot Firestik on my motorcycle and do not see the need for a spring. I recommend you try it without the spring.
2090362
I own a 09SG and the 944's didn't change ride height. The overall ride is so much better. I've just softened mine up from three rings to four to see difference. Set at 3 rngs for 2 up is perfect for us.
2064631
It had an adjustment ring on bottom. but I got low swr readings without adjusting
1675404
The strut has four recessed channels at various heights along it. Prior to installing, you select how much lift you want 0-2" or so and put the snap ring in the slot. The spring support sits on that snap ring and, voila, you have you lift or no lift strut. The biggest disadvantage is that, once installed, you cannot adjust the height unless you take the whole strut off. It also puts a bit more load on your stock springs if you use one of the lifted slots so the ride might be more stuff.
1007216
There are no adjustments. But its probably 3 to 4 ft long. If u need it to be longer just add a leader line to desired length. Hope that helped
1465887
I don't think that it would work correctly. The spring is only adjustable one way.
1154370
It might work, I had to remove the large outer spring and then stretch the small spring, works fine now
1358636
Unlikely since the coil spacing on typical rear springs is more than the thickness of the spacers. The spacers increase ride height by forcing the coils apart which increases the springs effective length and rate. If they don't touch adjacent coils there will be no impact and will fall out. This product is essentially limited to front springs. The lowest dollar solution for trailer load sagging is air shocks. Air shocks have a small impact on handling but the benefit is a "level" vehicle loaded and unloaded which helps maintain headlight aim.
1764796
No, the swr measurement is for the transmit function of a radio and it's antenna. So you'll "get out" better and clearer after tuning with this meter. Tuning the antenna with this meter can keep the radio internals from being damaged while transmitting.
1047959
I use the rear peep on mine. And I have not noticed much adjustment if any is needed.
282569
The amount of spring tension on the device can be adjusted.You can set it to either slam shut with the force of a thousand suns or barely react; lower the resistance if you want to occasionally jam it with something.
1247966
I don't know the "original" length of the spring, for it's installed now. However.... I think I know the problem you are having. My installation process was as follows: Installed the front of the spring first, then put the "U" clamps on ( lose fit.. double check the line-up on the hole & pin under the plate) then install the end of the spring in back. The last step is a challenge to say the least. Ended up using pinch (crow) bars with the help of a neighbor. Overall... very pleased with the quality of the product, but it was a bitch to install !!! Stick with it, and good luck.
490834
Not sure about the weight of the firing pin spring but the connector does require some modification. You will just need to file down the overtravel block on it until the firearm functions. It is a slow but simple process
1078931
To be clear that is incorrect. I currently have 2 inches of lift on the front of my rig, I can provide tape measurements to prove it with stock coil springs and no spacers. Phase 2 of my lift to get to 3 inches, I will use a top plate spacer, which is entirely different and does not affect spring loads. When I add a heavier bumper, I will put heavier rated spring adding 1.5", and will lower my bils to the 1 inch and get my lift from the top plate, bils, and springs. So long story short THESE ABSOLUTELY PROVIDE LIFT ON THEIR OWN, just potentially not as much if your coil springs are worn out.
2256954
The 2 3/4" spacer will apply more force on your spring making the total lift 3"! However I will be amazed if you can install the front spacers and still have any suspension travel! Worst kit I ever bought! Didn't even use it!
59630
No. Works fine with the standard buffer and spring. Simply swap out and you are ready to go
208412
No. You don't have to change the factory spring, but there is a heavier spring that you can purchase that will make squeezing the trigger even smooher!