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Old Oct 25, 2007 | 10:47 PM
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so who has done this. who could help me do it since i dont have the tools. any takers??
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I did, worked great even with the stock shocks (since the spring rate doesn't change much). I could help you some time.
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does this friday or sunday work out for you at all let me know some time that does if those two dont
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Is it an F-body?

I have a few sets already cut if you want to try them
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I think sunday would work...
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derek are we still on for sunday or is it reliant on shannon showing up. is there other help available.
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derek are we still on for sunday or is it reliant on shannon showing up. is there other help available.
yeah, we're still on
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It changes the spring rate........not worth it unless you have 0 money I guess.
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It changes the spring rate........not worth it unless you have 0 money I guess.
DAMN! I will have to remember that
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ok derek I will see you at ten.
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im very interested as well does anyone just have like a basic write up on it or somethin?
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This works really well for anyone that wants to maintain a near stock ride quality. It's easy to do and nearly free (you need an adjustable panhard to center the rear). The best part is that your car handles better since it's lower. The best way to do it is measure from the bottom of your springs while your suspension is loaded. You simply measure the amount you want to lower, measure and cut.

I have a set of front springs that have already been cut--free to anyone that wants to pick them up. Send me a PM.
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When I did it to my formula I didn't put an adjustable panhard bar in it.

The one cost will be a alignment though.
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derek whenever you can scrap together1 or 2 people let me know and I will help with swapping cabs.

thanks for the tires

sorry i couldnt help more
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yea i would be willing to try themof course. do you know which ones will lower teh car about 2" though or how to go about it??
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