Front suspension drop failure

[Joe69C10]

Alright guys, I got my $8.00 Summit 1 ton springs in...Cut 1 full coil and an extra inch. It sits way too high still in the front. I drove it around after this picture was taken and it seemed to possibly settle a little. I didn't take any measurements, but I cant tonight if anyone wants.

I love the way it rides right now. It still has some bounce when you push on the bumper and does not ride or feel too stiff.

I'm going to cut another half coil when I get the motivation to take apart again.

Here is a pic.

[solidaxel]

Did you take any measurments before you changed the springs?
Please keep us informed, I need to cut my springs.
Is it possible to get a wire size of your old springs so I can compare with the new ones.
These one ton springs may be too harsh of a ride, yes?

[Joe69C10]

Originally Posted by solidaxel

Did you take any measurments before you changed the springs?
Please keep us informed, I need to cut my springs.
Is it possible to get a wire size of your old springs so I can compare with the new ones.
These one ton springs may be too harsh of a ride, yes?

I didnt get any measurements before I dropped it. (

When you say wire size, do you mean diameter of coil?

The springs ride great. Not harsh at all. I did run Belltech Street Performance shocks. CPP 2" drop spindles up front too.

[solidaxel]

Thanks, just the wire size in thousands of inch, of the old or stock spring

[RDrancher]

I wouldn't be too quick to cut the coils again. I bet it drops lower with a bit more driving time.

[65standard]

Reread post #7 in this tread for the spring specs you're looking for.

[Willowrun]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Usually 1/2 coil= 1" of drop.
1 coil = 2" of drop.
1-1/2 coils= 3" of drop.

Be conservative on the cutting.
I never cut more than 1-1/2 coils.

This is the advice to follow. Go past 1 1/2 coils cut and the end of the bottom coil progressively moves towards the outside of the spring pocket in the lower A arm. Once that end stops being the first point of contact in the spring pocket you will quickly go from being just a little too high to the inner fenders sitting on the tires.

FWIW, I cut a little too much and had some rubbing. I decided to replace with aftermarket 3" drop springs. Was a little higher but rubbing was worse because of reduced spring rate. It also handled worse than with the cut springs...seems too soft and wallowed on the road. Got some stockers, cut them just right, and now I'm happy.

[solidaxel]

Originally Posted by 65standard

Reread post #7 in this tread for the spring specs you're looking for.

Thank You, That is what I was looking for the "bar Diameter" or wire size

[Joe69C10]

Originally Posted by solidaxel

Thank You, That is what I was looking for the "bar Diameter" or wire size

The bar diameter of my stock springs was exactly 3/4"

[slammed427]

Just got myself a set. Currently back ordered until the 24th. I'll be using these on my dually.

[solidaxel]

Got it Thanks
The Moog stock 1/2T looks like it is 0.78" or just a bit bigger than the stock springs you have

[Joe69C10]

Comparing side by side the coils are wound a little tighter too. (Spacing between each coil)

[izzy_Britton]

BACK ORDERED SPRINGS! I knew these were on back order, the original email from summit gave a ship date of 11/3 not that it matters, extras.

Received this beautiful message this early this morning.

Item Notice Number New Ship Date
MOG-6454 1966868 11/29/2015
Springs, Front Coil,
OEM Replacement,
Chevy, GMC,
SUV/Trucks, Pair
(Mfr. #: 6454)



AND THEN THIS AFTERNOON I RECEIVED A NEW EMAIL WITH BACK ORDER INFO.

Order Number: 6455750 Ship Date: 11/3/2015

3 Different tracking numbers, shipping from georgia warehouse. woo hoo!

-Izzy

[Joe69C10]

1.5 coils cut. Rides great, front can still come down a little, but I think the new springs will settle over time. Once I put staggered 20's or staggered BFG Radials it will be perfect.

[solidaxel]

Originally Posted by Joe69C10

1.5 coils cut. Rides great, front can still come down a little, but I think the new springs will settle over time. Once I put staggered 20's or staggered BFG Radials it will be perfect.

Any clearance problems with the inner fender?

[school boy]

whats your tire size?

[76shorty]

Late to the party!! Price on the springs are up to $88.97
That was a sweet score fellas.

[chvtrkman]

....and the guys at Summit doing inventory are on the phone with sales and marketing right now, saying, "Hey Willy, what's up with those Moog 6454 springs? We're selling them out faster than we can get them shipped to us!"

[TrailerTrash]

mine havent shipped yet and my confirmation email says they wont charge my card untill they ship... so i hope they dont charge me the updated price

[izzy_Britton]

Originally Posted by Joe69C10

1.5 coils cut. Rides great, front can still come down a little, but I think the new springs will settle over time. Once I put staggered 20's or staggered BFG Radials it will be perfect.

what other suspension components do you have installed on your truck. I like that height, mine is a little too low.

-Izzy

[Joe69C10]

Originally Posted by izzy_Britton

what other suspension components do you have installed on your truck. I like that height, mine is a little too low.

-Izzy

CPP drop spindles up front. CPP Flip Kit in the rear. No notch, and I used Belltech Street Performace shocks.

[HotRod C/10]

Got my 2 sets today fellers! Powdercoated to boot!

[HotRod C/10]

price went up i see.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mog-6454/applications

[TrailerTrash]

got mine monday

[izzy_Britton]

I got all 3 sets of mine yesterday! I am very anxious to install them...