Eugene the Jeep
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I removed the spare tire and mount from my rig and the rear is sitting about an inch higher now. Can I cut the rear coils to level out rear.
Cutting Coil Springs
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Eugene the Jeep
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That was my first thought. But I'd like to keep the ride height the way if was before I removed the tire.
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Sharkey
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First, why someone would run without a spare is entirely beyond me. Not trying to be a jerk, but I wouldn't go without a spare around town, much less on a trail. If you blow a sidewall or lose a bead you are hosed.
In any event, I would never chop a spring. Get some pucks and raise the front.
In any event, I would never chop a spring. Get some pucks and raise the front.
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David1tontj
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I wouldn't do it- BUT- I knew a kid in high school who would lower cars all the time by hacking the springs with bolt cutters..... I never thought it was a good idea, but I know he did it to several cars. They probably bottomed out over every bump after that! Again- not recommended, and like Sharkey said- why no spare????
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My ride- 2001 power wheel, 11" plastic tires, upgraded battery, boat sides, custom bumpers, tow hooks, new paint.
Josh27
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Yeah I have heard a lot of people chopping springs to lower cars, cheap and easy, but still not a good idea. Another option would be to put sandbags in the trunk like the old school hot rod guys did.
David1tontj
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You don't have to convince me, I was just mentioning that I had heard of it being done. I still don't recommend it!
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GuillaumeC91
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Haha belive it or not, guys still do this even today. As someone who was in high school only a few years ago I have seen my share of lowered Hondas that had cut springs.
On top of being a very bad idea, you have to remember that the coil essentially loses its seat which makes for horrible handling, a wobbly ride, and very awkward sounds when going over bumps
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On top of being a very bad idea, you have to remember that the coil essentially loses its seat which makes for horrible handling, a wobbly ride, and very awkward sounds when going over bumps
Don't follow me, I'm lost too! O|||||||O
StrizzyChris
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The first time I saw this product I laughed and thought I would only see its application in the hood on a JK with 30" wheels. Never in my wildest dreams would I imagine recommending them to someone BUT.....
low-ride-a LINK :crazyeyes:
low-ride-a LINK :crazyeyes:
JK_Epidimick
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I knew guys who took a torch to the springs until it sagged.
Yup if it has to be done then this. You keep coil length but stiffens it up a little. Way better than cutting. Just make sure you have something to stop the sag from going to the ground lol.