jason, i went to a shop in manitoba that dealt with springs and springs only, and had them heat and strap the front springs. It took them around 2 hours because it wasn't just a simple heating, they took there time and didn't just use a torch....but it turned out well. They promised me no serious loss in ride comfort, and that turned out to be true also, since the car still rides perfectly, yet a little stiffer on bumpy roads. Now I'm afraid to go to different springs, thinking that I won't get the same drop as I have now. Hope that answered the question