lhfarm
Veteran Member
Cleaning up a hydraulic control valve (another thread) and need to replace the small springs shown in the picture. They are 1/4" x 1" and I believe 1/4" by 1 1/4". They are slightly bent from being in use for over 60 years. I've tried local hardware stores, but no luck. Searching the net, I believe I need a third measurement and maybe a fourth. I believe I need the size of the wire and maybe the number of turns per inch. Is there a standard sizing method for small compression springs? What would you enter in a search string? I've tried dia x length x gauge x turns (guessing on the wire size) and haven't found anything.
The other question is where I might find a good selection of springs. Tried the box stores and one hardware. The hardware had a 1/4" x 1" but not the number of turns (not as stiff). Suggestions?
Thanks,
The other question is where I might find a good selection of springs. Tried the box stores and one hardware. The hardware had a 1/4" x 1" but not the number of turns (not as stiff). Suggestions?
Thanks,