D-150 measurement ?

More for you, this one is measured at the actual spring pad location. 43 and 1/2 c/c.
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You are not centered on the start end of your tape. Center to center would be 43 1/4" by your measurements, being not being hooked over the center bolt but being on center of the bolts.