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Coils shot after spacer lift?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Motoxerc0, Dec 16, 2010.

  1. Dec 16, 2010 at 4:44 AM
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    Motoxerc0

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    So I just recieved my 5100's from Wheelers (very quick shipping and very helpful btw) to replace my Toytec spacer up front. The spacers have been on there for a little over 2 years now and the front end has sagged a little bit. My question is, will the coil springs be shot when I put the 5100's on since they have been compressed from the spacer for over 2 years?
     
  2. Dec 16, 2010 at 4:56 AM
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    The_Hodge

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    Seeing the third gen section forced me to get a Ford...
    did you use the top plate spacer or the spacer that goes just above the coil?
     
  3. Dec 16, 2010 at 5:17 AM
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    it has the 1/4 inch top plate spacer and the thick spacer that goes directly above the coil
     
  4. Dec 16, 2010 at 5:23 AM
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    Seeing the third gen section forced me to get a Ford...
    the preload from the spacer above the coil could cause the springs to sag. i wouldnt necessarily say "completely shot" though
     

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