rmshap55 Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 Hi folks! I'm here because I'm losing my mind looking for some parts. I'm building a Pochar 1/8 scale model and I'm missing some springs. I've spent hours looking for these parts on line, with no luck. The springs I need are extension springs, about 24mm in total length, including the loops on both ends. The OD is about 2mm. does anybody know where I can buy such a spring? The attached photo shows size, but not the correct length. HELP! I'm going nuts looking for this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 They look like parts from electronic equipment. Do you have any old VCRs or DVD players? Probably find a few in there. Or try electronic supply stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 Are those springs actually functional, or just for looks? You can always try https://www.modelmotorcars.com/ but they will be pricey, However so was the Pocher kit, and they specialize in Pochers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deathgoblin Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 typewriter parts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 https://springs.mrspring.com/viewitems/extension-springs/extension-springs-3 https://www.thespringstore.com/catalogsearch/advanced/?search=stock-extension-springs These have several springs which come close to your measurements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldmopars Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 I would also look at Grainger and McMaster Carr. They both have an amazing selection of springs and other hardware of every type Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugatti Fan Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 (edited) Ralph. Think outside the model making box. Try engineers suppliers that are close to you who may stock small tension springs. There is a company in the UK SpringsandThings.me.uk You may be able to order what you want from them, or alternatively look up the type of spring you want to spec it from their website, and order from a US spring supplier. Edited November 6, 2020 by Bugatti Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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