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Old 07-23-2004, 09:45 PM
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I just got a set of KYB 8 way adj. I also have an extra set of stock front springs/perches. Would like some feedback on cutting srings to lower car about 1". How many coils to cut ect..... Also how to cut rear springs?? dont care for hose Mod to much bottoming out.

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Anyone have any experience with this??
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I've done it. Exactly one coil on the front, 1.25 coils from the rear. Use a fiber cuttoff wheel in a chop saw or die grinder. The ones that go a dremel are too small, although if you have enough patience you could do it that way.



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