Composite springs weigh 75% less than steel counterparts

Aug 21, 2006 12:00 AM

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Liteflex lightweight composite springs boast steel-like strength, weight savings, performance gains, and responsiveness to changing road conditions. Reduced weight increases vehicles fuel efficiency and load carrying capacity while increasing hp.-to-weight ratio for faster acceleration. Fiberglass and epoxy composite eliminates sagging that is common with steel leaf springs.

Liteflex LLC, Englewood, OH

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