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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 06:03 PM
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Im getting my rear suspension kit next week so Ill soon have to be considering front suspension options. Main thing I need to do is get new springs. I want a 1 inch drop to match my rear end, so should I get normal cheaper springs and cut them or buy 620 that are already an inch cut?Any other options than 620? I have 351W if it matters any
Old Sep 20, 2006 | 06:12 PM
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go with the 620's and you can always cut them down too. They drop about 1" 1/4", and taking another 1/2 to full coil out will bring the overall drop 2+". Performance wise, they are a nice rigid spring, cut or uncut.
Old Sep 20, 2006 | 06:33 PM
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Keep in mind that when you cut the springs, the rate goes up. May result in too harsh a ride. 620 are already pretty stiff. However, I think the general consensus is that 620's w/ the drop are the most commmon upgrade spring wise. They also make higher rate, I think 750?, but they are more suited for a big block. To much on a street small block. The 620's with a one inch sway bar, monte and export brace and gyb gas shocks will make a night and day improvement over stock. Might as well do the ball joints and bushings too and you will be all set up front suspension wise.

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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 06:42 PM
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Just took an inch out of my stock springs, looks great and drives the same.
Old Sep 20, 2006 | 09:12 PM
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with significant lowering, dont you also have to be concerned with bump steering?

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Old Sep 20, 2006 | 09:17 PM
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with significant lowering, dont you also have to be concerned with bump steering?

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yes, that IS one problem i took on with cutting a coil out of my 620's.

In regards to the increased spring rate, yes it will stiffen things up even more to cut a coil. but I didn't notice any difference between the stock 620 and the cut 620's (cosmetically however, there was a HUUUGE difference...the car has a nice rake to it).
Old Sep 21, 2006 | 01:02 AM
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go with the 620's and you can always cut them down too. They drop about 1" 1/4", and taking another 1/2 to full coil out will bring the overall drop 2+". Performance wise, they are a nice rigid spring, cut or uncut.
Im ordering 1" drop mideyes for the rear so I think Ill get the 620's that are 1 inch lower already. Hopefully that will be level out good and be even.

...I think 750?, but they are more suited for a big block. To much on a street small block. The 620's with a one inch sway bar, monte and export brace and gyb gas shocks will make a night and day improvement over stock. Might as well do the ball joints and bushings too and you will be all set up front suspension wise.
Good luck.
I saw them but they are 720's.Mine shouldnt be nearly that heavy though. The FAQ sheet shows 351 weight about 520. Also. my battery is in the trunk so that takes a little bit off the front.
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