68-70 B Body hood hinges 21 or 24 coil??

[6pktgo]

I have several sets of 69-70 B Body hood hinges & i just noticed the most of them are 21 coil & you can see between the coils. I have one set that you cannot see between the coils so i counted & got 24 coils? :eusa_eh: Was there such a thing as extra heavy springs on these? These are all date coded mid 69 early 70 & came off B Body cars.

 

[moparmarks]

Parts book shows 21.75 coils for Plymouth but Dodge could have 21.75 or 25.25 coils. Ram Air hood would probably have the 25.25 springs. Would think Plymouth N96 hood would too.

 

[6pktgo]

Thanks, Yes counted again ,25 & this is probaly a dumb question but would`nt the longer spring ,be the weaker one?

 

[moparmarks]

Well not sure. Also need to look at the diamiter of the spring rod used to make the coil. Some are thicker rod.

 

[Cranky]

Generally, less coils of the same diameter wire means stouter springs.....