Boy oh boy! Another spring cutting thread...

stockhatch · 2004-10-31, 15:54

Yes, I know there are a ton of them and I apologize. The problem is that the pics in some of the older threads have disappeared. I really need to see some pics of ride heights based on number of coils cut, front end weight(big bumper or small, V8 or I6, aluminum or iron heads, fiberglass parts or steel), and type of spring used(6 banger, V8, aftermarket etc...). I think 1 1/2 coils is what I will end up cutting off, but if you guys could post up pics of your rides again, I would be very grateful.

AC

**Dan Starnes** · 2004-10-31, 17:15

Here is the deal,,, each car has its own history. You cut stock coils, what you see is what you get. I dont think there is a manual on this subject. Pics of cars with cut coils will be of little help. Too many variables here, engine, wheels, wear, age, rear suspension, updates, etc. My advice is to cut one coil at a time and see where you are at. I personally cut 1.5 coils off original coils. Dropped it about 2"
Dan

Country Mav · 2004-10-31, 17:34

Mustangs and Fords November 2004 issue has an article on Lowering vehicles. Pretty good article. It's the one with the Blue 600 horsepower Rustang on the front. Preston

stockhatch · 2004-10-31, 17:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Starnes

My advice is to cut one coil at a time and see where you are at

Good point. I guess Ill do that.

AC

T.L. · 2004-10-31, 18:41

Like I have mentioned before; I cut 1 coil from old springs and it dropped it more than I wanted it to. It was a learning experience for me...

rx7351w · 2004-10-31, 19:28

I cut mine one coil and got about a 2 inch drop. 6 cyl springs/big bumper. now has v8 alum intake, battery in trunk, and small bumper on front

stockhatch · 2004-11-01, 07:46

Thanks for the input guys. I think Ill start with 1 coil. My springs seem pretty stout, as the car has always had its nose up in the air. If it takes it down too much then chances are I needed new springs anyways right?

AC

T.L. · 2004-11-01, 17:17

Keep in mind; I replaced my rear springs wwith 4-leaf heavy duty. if your stock springs are already saggging, then dropping the front won't seem so drastic...it will even it out more...be low all the way around. My car has a "rake" now...

**Craig Selvey** · 2004-11-01, 17:41

Let's see a picture TL...I want to see the new stance with all your "spring" work.

Maverick73 · 2004-11-01, 18:15

Yes T.L. Lets see that cool 73.

2004-10-31, 15:54	#1
stockhatch Re Member Join Date: 2004-09-22 Location: Boiling Spring Lakes NC Posts: 772 Vehicle(s): '72 Grabber iTrader: 4 (100%)	Boy oh boy! Another spring cutting thread... Yes, I know there are a ton of them and I apologize. The problem is that the pics in some of the older threads have disappeared. I really need to see some pics of ride heights based on number of coils cut, front end weight(big bumper or small, V8 or I6, aluminum or iron heads, fiberglass parts or steel), and type of spring used(6 banger, V8, aftermarket etc...). I think 1 1/2 coils is what I will end up cutting off, but if you guys could post up pics of your rides again, I would be very grateful. AC

2004-10-31, 17:15	#2
Dan Starnes Original owner Join Date: 2002-03-10 Location: West Central IL Posts: 5,209 Vehicle(s): Stallion, 72 Grabber, Sprint, 77 4dr Maverick iTrader: 11 (100%)	Here is the deal,,, each car has its own history. You cut stock coils, what you see is what you get. I dont think there is a manual on this subject. Pics of cars with cut coils will be of little help. Too many variables here, engine, wheels, wear, age, rear suspension, updates, etc. My advice is to cut one coil at a time and see where you are at. I personally cut 1.5 coils off original coils. Dropped it about 2" Dan __________________ ~ Henry Ford Quote ~ If you think you can do a thing or think you can't do a thing, you're right.

2004-10-31, 17:34	#3
Country Mav Die-Hard Ford Guy! Join Date: 2002-06-16 Location: Evans, Louisiana Posts: 1,664 Vehicle(s): 72 2-door Maverick 308/C-4 iTrader: 2 (100%)	Mustangs and Fords November 2004 issue has an article on Lowering vehicles. Pretty good article. It's the one with the Blue 600 horsepower Rustang on the front. Preston __________________ The Quarter Mile Could-Be!! There are two kinds of drivers; those who make dust & those who eat it......Which kind are you? www.myspace.com/maverick7285

2004-11-01, 17:41	#9
Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI Join Date: 2002-03-09 Location: Albany, Indiana Posts: 12,653 Vehicle(s): 1972 Maverick Grabber - Color: Orange Also, 1976 Ford Maverick 4-door, 1976 Ford LTD Station Wagon - Grabber Blue with Orange flames. Daily driver: 2005 Ford Focus SE Station Wagon iTrader: 198 (100%) Images: 431	Let's see a picture TL...I want to see the new stance with all your "spring" work. __________________ Craig's Maverick Corral: http://www.maverickcorral.com To email me DIRECTLY, do NOT click on my name to the left and choose an option, instead, email me DIRECTLY at:

2004-11-01, 18:15	#10
Maverick73 Senior Member Join Date: 2004-05-18 Location: Lakeland, FL Posts: 3,364 Vehicle(s): '73 Maverick 2 Dr, '73 Maverick LDO 4 Dr, '73 Maverick 4 Dr Parts Car iTrader: 12 (100%) Images: 5	Yes T.L. Lets see that cool 73. __________________

2004-10-31, 18:41	#5
T.L. Banned Join Date: 2002-10-05 Location: Southern Colorado Posts: 4,187 Vehicle(s): '73 Maverick 2-door, V-8 iTrader: 2 (100%) Images: 10	Like I have mentioned before; I cut 1 coil from old springs and it dropped it more than I wanted it to. It was a learning experience for me...

2004-10-31, 19:28	#6
rx7351w Member Join Date: 2003-10-06 Location: knoxville, tn Posts: 160 Vehicle(s): 74 2 door Maverick iTrader: 0 (0%)	I cut mine one coil and got about a 2 inch drop. 6 cyl springs/big bumper. now has v8 alum intake, battery in trunk, and small bumper on front

2004-11-01, 07:46	#7
stockhatch Re Member Join Date: 2004-09-22 Location: Boiling Spring Lakes NC Posts: 772 Vehicle(s): '72 Grabber iTrader: 4 (100%)	Thanks for the input guys. I think Ill start with 1 coil. My springs seem pretty stout, as the car has always had its nose up in the air. If it takes it down too much then chances are I needed new springs anyways right? AC

2004-11-01, 17:17	#8
T.L. Banned Join Date: 2002-10-05 Location: Southern Colorado Posts: 4,187 Vehicle(s): '73 Maverick 2-door, V-8 iTrader: 2 (100%) Images: 10	Keep in mind; I replaced my rear springs wwith 4-leaf heavy duty. if your stock springs are already saggging, then dropping the front won't seem so drastic...it will even it out more...be low all the way around. My car has a "rake" now...

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