Need help from those with drop springs..bumpstop issue!! (pic)
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Need help from those with drop springs..bumpstop issue!! (pic)
Gang:
Just finished installing a set of Eibach progressive rate springs, cam bolts, Herb's washers, lubed the steering stops for good measure. Nice to do it all at one shot. **install tip below
However, upon lowing the vehicle and giving it a quick glance underneath, I noticed the lower A-arms are resting on the bumpstops as illustrated in the following image.
Pre-installation height from floor to top fo the fender lip was 32 3/4". After a CAREFUL 10 mile drive, the number came to 30 3/4" (possible more due to issue illustrated above). Don't worry Spike, I'll update the list with proper measurements when the bumpstop issue is resolved.
Obviously, this is in need of attention. For those of you having dropped the front of your truck, any assistance would be greatly apreciated
How much clearance should there be between the lower a-arm and the bumpstop? The truck is daily driven, drag raced about once a month, and tossed into corners where and whenever possible.
What is the recommended method of trimming the bumpstops and/or are there replacement units available?
***install tip.
It is very easy to use the jack to support the a-arm and remove the upper a-arm bolts then SLOWLY lower the jack. I used a chain as a safety precaution but the spring came out VERY easily.
Again, any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Bob
Just finished installing a set of Eibach progressive rate springs, cam bolts, Herb's washers, lubed the steering stops for good measure. Nice to do it all at one shot. **install tip below
However, upon lowing the vehicle and giving it a quick glance underneath, I noticed the lower A-arms are resting on the bumpstops as illustrated in the following image.
Pre-installation height from floor to top fo the fender lip was 32 3/4". After a CAREFUL 10 mile drive, the number came to 30 3/4" (possible more due to issue illustrated above). Don't worry Spike, I'll update the list with proper measurements when the bumpstop issue is resolved.
Obviously, this is in need of attention. For those of you having dropped the front of your truck, any assistance would be greatly apreciated
How much clearance should there be between the lower a-arm and the bumpstop? The truck is daily driven, drag raced about once a month, and tossed into corners where and whenever possible.
What is the recommended method of trimming the bumpstops and/or are there replacement units available?
***install tip.
It is very easy to use the jack to support the a-arm and remove the upper a-arm bolts then SLOWLY lower the jack. I used a chain as a safety precaution but the spring came out VERY easily.
Again, any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Bob
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Edward,
I'm calling Eibach's tech line this morning and will keep you in mind
QKSILVR,
The Eibachs are a progressive rate springs and have tighter coils on one end.
Chainsaw,
I installed the tighter coils at the top as well. Wouldn't think this have an affect on the ride height.
Bob
I'm calling Eibach's tech line this morning and will keep you in mind
QKSILVR,
The Eibachs are a progressive rate springs and have tighter coils on one end.
Chainsaw,
I installed the tighter coils at the top as well. Wouldn't think this have an affect on the ride height.
Bob
Last edited by Speedin Bob; 04-15-2002 at 09:54 AM.
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