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04-15-2005, 12:36 AM | #1 |
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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?
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04-15-2005, 08:39 AM | #2 |
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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.
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72 2wd 307/AT/AC/TILT WHEEL 78 JIMMY HIGH SIERRA Last edited by 72BLAZERDUDE; 04-15-2005 at 08:40 AM. |
04-15-2005, 11:37 AM | #3 |
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Do you cut the bottom or top?
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04-15-2005, 11:59 AM | #4 |
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spring trimming
The bottom so it will sit flat, never the top! GOOD LUCK
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04-15-2005, 02:05 PM | #5 |
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Should have said lower control arm. Must have been the muscle relaxers Forgot I had to turn the spring over to cut it.
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72 2wd 307/AT/AC/TILT WHEEL 78 JIMMY HIGH SIERRA Last edited by 72BLAZERDUDE; 04-15-2005 at 02:33 PM. |
04-18-2005, 05:36 AM | #6 |
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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.
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04-18-2005, 09:15 AM | #7 |
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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.
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04-18-2005, 01:42 PM | #8 |
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Then 1 coil it is.
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