cutting coils from springs

[matsm21]

I have the BBK specific rate springs.(not in the car yet) they are supposed to drop the car 1.5 inches. after doing a little more research I decided I want a two inch drop. How much should I cut off to get this extra .5 inch?
and, two double check, it's OK to cut specific rate springs, right? its the progressives that you cannot cut.
thanks for any help

 

[BryanRoush3]

Either way, when you cut the spring, the distance is different so therefore the spring rate will increase. I suggest not doing this and selling them on ebay or something of that sort and buying sportline springs or the H & Rs. If you do not have to manipulate items, then don't do it.

 

[jeffnoel]

Go ahead and cut the springs, maybe 1/4 at a time till you get it were you want it.

 

[Darkhorse845]

I wouldn't cut the springs that isn't safe
but,to each his own.

 

[BlackenedSVT]

I wouldn't cut the springs that isn't safe
but,to each his own.

Yeah, I'm going to have to agree.
I have no experience with cutting springs, but i personally just wouldn't do it.
But let us know how it goes.

 

[Darkhorse845]

Yeah, I'm going to have to agree.
I have no experience with cutting springs, but i personally just wouldn't do it.
But let us know how it goes.

Yes I know I wouldn't do it either
I don't think it's worth it! I would just purchase a set of springs that
lower it to the ride height you want and return the BBK springs.
You should look into the Eibach Sportlines or H&R springs if you are
looking for a two inch drop! Good Luck

 

[Blue70]

There is nothing wrong with cutting the spring as long as you do not heat it while doing so. Use a band saw, cutoff wheel, or chop saw.

BryanRoush3 is correct, a cut spring will increase the spring rate and make your car ride a bit stiffer, but with as little as you need to cut to get a 1/2" drop, I don't think you would ever notice.

On most cars one coil = about 2" so jeffnoel is probably correct. Try a 1/4 coil.

Darkhorse845 I wouldn't cut the springs that isn't safe

What would make you say that?

 

[jeffnoel]

I've got the Ford C springs and the install directions actually say you can cut up to one coil from the front and rear to achieve the ride height you want.