Power Lock Linkage Springs

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May 30, 2015 | 08:08 PM
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I'm installing OE power locks in my 92 RS, and have everything I need except the torsion springs located on the linkage assembly that re-center the actuators. After a month of searching, I have decided to just have them custom made.
I found a shop willing to fill my small order, but the price is quite high. Seems they scale the price of each spring so that you end up with an $80 minimum. So to get straight to the point, if anyone is interested in getting a pair of these, please let me know. It looks like I'll be placing a big order, because I'm paying for it no matter what...
This isn't a classified ad, and I'm not asking anyone to commit to buy anything. I just want to measure the interest out there for now. Thanks for reading.
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Jun 6, 2015 | 09:39 AM
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Re: Power Lock Linkage Springs
For the life of me, I can't figure out what part you're even talking about. The lock motors are either in or out, no centering
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Jun 9, 2015 | 02:09 AM
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Re: Power Lock Linkage Springs
The spring on this part: http://www.cvpi.org/archives/p71inte...orlinkage2.jpg (source: http://www.cvpi.org/archives/p71inte.../wsdindex.html)
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Jun 9, 2015 | 02:16 AM
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Re: Power Lock Linkage Springs
It may be somewhat picky, and I'm sure some around here wouldn't even bother with this, but I'm assembling a complete factory-style power lock system. I ended up ordering more springs than I needed, and if they work out, I'll try to sell the extras.
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Jun 12, 2015 | 04:08 PM
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Re: Power Lock Linkage Springs
Oh, yeah that's a relay. What happens if the sping is worn out or not there?
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Jun 13, 2015 | 11:35 PM
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Re: Power Lock Linkage Springs
I would imagine the actuator and linkage just hang in the lock or unlock position. It may not be harmful, but it may make the manual lock sliders on the door a little stiff, and I'm guessing this could harm the actuator over time, and maybe the actuator works best against some resistance from the spring.
Honestly, I have no clue if this matters at all, but it was part of the factory setup (I assume for a reason) and I'm sticking with that for my project.
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