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coater · 12-18-2011, 10:20 PM

Hi all,
I was wanting to ask if there is a difference in the ride, if stock springs are cut compared to regular lowering springs? I have a '85 and I'm sure the original springs are on the truck, and would think they would be worn and wonder if they would be worth messing with.

Thanks

**lolife99** · 12-19-2011, 09:01 AM

Sure,... cutting the springs is FREE.
Normally a cut stock spring will add more spring rate since it's shorter.

Use this formula:
Cut 1/2 coil = 1" of drop.

coater · 12-20-2011, 12:20 AM

So the ride will not be worse than a lowering spring? If so that would save some money!

Thanks for the reply!

**N2TRUX** · 12-20-2011, 12:42 AM

Cutting one coil will make the ride a bit firmer, but not stiff or harsh. It gives a stock suspension more of a sporty feel. What I have found will kill the ride quickly is stiff sidewalls on low profile performance tires.

coater · 12-24-2011, 12:18 AM

I was going to put 20's on it with 40 series tires. If it's better to get the lowering springs instead of cutting what I have, I could go that route. Not looking for a Cadillac ride but was hoping for a decent ride.

Thanks for your replies!

*WAAF* · 12-24-2011, 08:33 AM

it be nice if the manufactures of these lowering springs listed the springs rate..
or al least offered options..
a spring thats great for a small block is gonna blow chunks with poer brakes/stear/ac and a big block under the hood.

12-18-2011, 10:20 PM	#1
coater Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Leesburg,Ga. Posts: 359	Question for lowering springs? Hi all, I was wanting to ask if there is a difference in the ride, if stock springs are cut compared to regular lowering springs? I have a '85 and I'm sure the original springs are on the truck, and would think they would be worn and wonder if they would be worth messing with. Thanks

12-19-2011, 09:01 AM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Question for lowering springs? Sure,... cutting the springs is FREE. Normally a cut stock spring will add more spring rate since it's shorter. Use this formula: Cut 1/2 coil = 1" of drop. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-20-2011, 12:20 AM	#3
coater Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Leesburg,Ga. Posts: 359	Re: Question for lowering springs? So the ride will not be worse than a lowering spring? If so that would save some money! Thanks for the reply!

12-20-2011, 12:42 AM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Question for lowering springs? Cutting one coil will make the ride a bit firmer, but not stiff or harsh. It gives a stock suspension more of a sporty feel. What I have found will kill the ride quickly is stiff sidewalls on low profile performance tires. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-24-2011, 12:18 AM	#5
coater Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Leesburg,Ga. Posts: 359	Re: Question for lowering springs? I was going to put 20's on it with 40 series tires. If it's better to get the lowering springs instead of cutting what I have, I could go that route. Not looking for a Cadillac ride but was hoping for a decent ride. Thanks for your replies!

12-24-2011, 08:33 AM	#6
WAAF Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: ma Posts: 278	Re: Question for lowering springs? it be nice if the manufactures of these lowering springs listed the springs rate.. or al least offered options.. a spring thats great for a small block is gonna blow chunks with poer brakes/stear/ac and a big block under the hood.



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