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Old 11-02-2011, 07:58 PM
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Ok I recently put a 12 bolt in my camaro and now it sits higher in the rear. I already have done the hose mod and still Is high. Any suggestions on getting it setting at a good stance.
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Cut a 1/2 coil off the stock spring.
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Does anybody have a write up on how to do this. Its probably a dumb question but it dont hurt to ask.
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Cutting the coils is a solution but one I really don't suggest. You could end up sitting on your bumpstops more often as you've changed your specs. I suppose one solution would be to change to lowered springs which has a higher progressive curve so you don't bottom out as easily even though its a shorter configuration.

You can change to coil overs where you can adjust the height to your liking easily Infinitely within a few inch range. This will allow you to change the spring rates easily too. PM or email me if you have more questions. I'm not on the boards as often as I like. When I have time, I try to help folks out in here.
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I wouldn't cut the coils on your springs unless you are on a really tight budget. You should do it right and get a set of lowering springs that were designed to operate at the lower ride height with a correct spring rate.

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How far is these springs suppose to lower it?
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Originally Posted by ryany
How far is these springs suppose to lower it?
1.25-inch.
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Is that with the isolaters in there?
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Originally Posted by ryany
Is that with the isolaters in there?
Yes, 1.25 from the factory springs with the isolators in place.
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