Yes, Maroon spring. Sorry, I see things RGB:)
Yes, the front wheels look to have a little more offset.
I noticed on the Mongoose 300 it is a little more stable and a little more clearance.
It would be nice to add the a-arms and swing arm to 250, but the more I tear into it the more repairs it needs.
One thing that I am doing on the basket case is replacing the front wheels and tires. The right front is bent in so many places, that I don't know how it holds a bead. The tires are some bald ITP tires. I am replacing with T-9 Pro Baja and ITP XCT 23X7X10. Then later when I have more money get the back T-9 + 22X11X9 XCT. The stock kenda rear tires are still ok. They are a very good tire for the money. The Front T-9's will have more offset.
It looks to have sit under water/mudd for some time. The rear brake top piston is frozen. The chain is an example of what rust can do:) The right rear axle bearing is shot. There is even sand inside the headlight:) I thought it had transmission damage but strangly it is just the clutch unit. I have cleaned it pretty well, it was packed with sand and had lots of rust. Debating on buying the whole rear unit.
My Dad tooks some pics, I will post some later.