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Old Aug 18, 2004 | 04:27 PM
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hey need suspension advice

i have a 71 f-100 sport custom...im going to drop it and found some 2" lowering springs...only problem is i want 3 inches...can i just cut an inch off the spring? will the suspension(mainly the I-beam) still have decent travel? any advice or references are greatly appreciated
 
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Old Aug 18, 2004 | 04:46 PM
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You bring up a good question. I was wondering if there are dropped spindles available for these trucks. I'd rather go that route so I could keep the suspension travel.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2004 | 08:13 AM
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i dont think they make a drop spindle to my knowledge. ive tried to find some my self. the only thing i came up with is the lowering springs, which may mess with travel geometry like you say, or you could go with aftermarket i-beams. they keep everything in check, but are pricey. thats the way i'm going to go. checkout aim industries or djm. hope this helps.
 
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