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: another front spring ???


77 cruiser
Feb 27th, 04, 4:53 PM
Is there any all around average to cut front springs for a 1 inch drop? I keep taking a few pounds from the front of my Monte & I'd like the front about an inch lower.

I was going to try 1/2 a coil. Would that get me close?

Jim

TronDD
Feb 29th, 04, 10:17 PM
I thing I've heard that half a coil will drop you an inch. I guess it would depend on the spring rate and/or height.

I don't know for sure, though. Did you try searching the forum? It's been mentioned before.

Tim.

Theo
Mar 1st, 04, 7:43 AM
I have a '68 convertible with sb400. I have the ST 1" lowering springs. I cut 1/2" off the front and it lowered the car about 1/2" more. It depends on your car's weight and the spring's rate.

Theo.

77 cruiser
Mar 1st, 04, 2:55 PM
Thanks guys if I get 1/2 to 1 in. drop it'll be fine.

Jim