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**lolife99** · 07-12-2011, 09:04 PM

I use a cut-off wheel in a 4-1/2" grinder.
1/2 coil = approx. 1" of drop.
I wouldn't cut more than 1-1/2 coils for a 3" drop.
You really need to add drop spindles and then cut your springs.

07-12-2011, 09:04 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,685	Re: how low should i go and how much to cut I use a cut-off wheel in a 4-1/2" grinder. 1/2 coil = approx. 1" of drop. I wouldn't cut more than 1-1/2 coils for a 3" drop. You really need to add drop spindles and then cut your springs. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823