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5150 04-15-2005 12:36 AM

Where to cut front springs?
 
I borrowed this pic from RandyC10

Can anybody use photoshop or a paint program and tell me where to cut on these stock springs to get a 2 inch drop?

72BLAZERDUDE 04-15-2005 08:39 AM

You have to cut exactly 1 coil from the spring because it sits in a pocket in the upper mount. So cut it directly below where the spring starts. I know it doesn't look like it will be 2 inches but trust me it will be at least that when they are mounted with the front end weight on them. Dont even be tempted to cut 2 coils. You will be buying another set if you do. Sorry I didnt have a photo available.

70c10 04-15-2005 11:37 AM

Do you cut the bottom or top?

camaro__thunder 04-15-2005 11:59 AM

spring trimming
 
The bottom so it will sit flat, never the top! GOOD LUCK :metal:

72BLAZERDUDE 04-15-2005 02:05 PM

Should have said lower control arm. :dum:Must have been the muscle relaxers Forgot I had to turn the spring over to cut it.

5150 04-18-2005 05:36 AM

I've heard some people say that it gives 3-4 inches. I just want to make sure they are still usable after I cut them.

72BLAZERDUDE 04-18-2005 09:15 AM

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This is a picture of my sons truck with 2 1/2 drop spindles and 1 coil cut out. I am guessing 4 to 5 inch drop total.

5150 04-18-2005 01:42 PM

Then 1 coil it is.


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