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Old 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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Old 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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Old 04-15-2005, 11:37 AM   #3
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Do you cut the bottom or top?
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Old 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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Old 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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Old 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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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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Old 04-18-2005, 01:42 PM   #8
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Then 1 coil it is.
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