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Old Jan 29, 2003 | 10:34 AM
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compression springs

has anyone compressed there stock springs, if so how did you compress them and can you give me the steps into doing so? has the ride change at all after you did that, more harsh or more comfort? i would like to know please
Old Jan 29, 2003 | 10:47 AM
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i'm going out on the limb and say that you mean heating up the coils and making the spring shorter?

save up $230 bucks and get a set of lowering springs...STOP BEING CHEAP!
Old Jan 29, 2003 | 10:57 AM
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Let me first say that I agree - you should just buy actual lowering springs.
Now..., if you didn't mean lowering the spring by heating them, but instead actually wanted to 'compress' them, you can.
You can buy kits that contain 2 clamps and 4 bolts (per corner). One clamp goes on top of one coil, and the other clamp goes under the next coil (2 coils). The bolts are inserted and tightened. This basically holds those 2 coils together - thereby lowering the car.
I've seen them used, but haven't used them myself. I wouldn't personally do it, but it's an option I guess?
Old Jan 29, 2003 | 03:47 PM
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I have to 3rd the fact that you would be better off getting new springs. I'm not a big fan of quick and dirty methods of lowering, if not just for safety sake. It's worth the extra bean for the specificly designed springs.
Old Jan 29, 2003 | 08:05 PM
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Originally posted by 91nissan03
I have to 3rd the fact that you would be better off getting new springs. I'm not a big fan of quick and dirty methods of lowering, if not just for safety sake. It's worth the extra bean for the specificly designed springs.
by doing this will it make the ride feel harsh or worn the tires out quicker. im just thinking of this because a guy did this because he did not have the money to get new springs, he wanted the lowered look until he got the money
Old Jan 29, 2003 | 08:29 PM
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Originally posted by maxima2k2
he wanted the lowered look until he got the money
that guy is a pure genius...looks before safety...
Old Jan 30, 2003 | 06:32 AM
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Originally posted by DA-MAX


that guy is a pure genius...looks before safety...


BTW, I like the sig.
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