bmx045 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 The spring - perch connection was not affected. The spring seats perfectly well, since only a 1/4 coil was removed. If you've ever taken apart a strut assembly you would know this. But I'm guessing you don't work on your own car. he's worked on his own car(s) probably longer than you've been alive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbodog Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 This would go great with a hacked up suspension: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/supercharger-instead-turbo-gt-engine-181926.html People have been known to run superchargers on subarus, you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 People have been known to run superchargers on subarus, you know. Yeah, not on 2.5L that were already turbo'ed, though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosAngelesLGT Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 If you've ever taken apart a strut assembly you would know this. But I'm guessing you don't work on your own car. I actually quit cutting springs on Hondas 20 years ago. Anyhow, you tried to cut the springs on car, beat up the struts and then want us to believe you took time to calculate the cut? Likely you would have included some numbers with the original post knowing full well cutting springs is generally looked down on. /unsub, not funny, just plain sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted March 16, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted March 16, 2012 I actually quit cutting springs on Hondas 20 years ago. Anyhow, you tried to cut the springs on car, beat up the struts and then want us to believe you took time to calculate the cut? Likely you would have included some numbers with the original post knowing full well cutting springs is generally looked down on. /unsub, not funny, just plain sad. I disagree. It is funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHellrais3R Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 First, attempted with struts on the car :lol: Who the hell tries to compress their springs with them still on the car? This from the guy who obviously had MAAAADDD JDM spring cutting skillz yo! http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bMN6I0cshGI/TpWuvAdXKAI/AAAAAAAAAvs/7FS7IyjDHyI/s1600/a-random-funny-09r-7.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoopMan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Awesome post. Thanks for demonstrating how simple it actually is. (clairification - you are talking about reducing the length of the spring by 1") Thanks, but I was merely talking theory. The wisdom of trying altering parts that are designed to be installed in a specific configuration is another question entirely. When you can buy a set of lowering springs specifically designed for our cars from a reputable manufacturer for only about $200 or so, why do you want to take such a chance? I would not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted March 16, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted March 16, 2012 The solution is simple. You don't want to mess up the way the spring seats, so you need to cut from the middle and weld it back together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilT Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 The solution is simple. You don't want to mess up the way the spring seats, so you need to cut from the middle and weld it back together. Finally, someone who understands how it should be done ! Double Award Winning Legacy GT Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CasopoliS Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 The best solution is to buy STI pinks for the fronts only (they sell in pairs anyway). Keep the rears stock. The car is almost flat afterward, slight forward rake. Looks perfect. This is what I did with my specB back in the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I know more about the design and modification of springs than everyone in this thread, combined. Period. No, you don't. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatsuDano Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Clearly there is a missed business opportunity here, as shops should be making small fortunes offering such innovative and cost-effective solutions as this. Oh wait. It's retarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 No, you don't. http://www.atomicarchive.com/Effects/Images/WE12.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoopMan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 The solution is simple. You don't want to mess up the way the spring seats, so you need to cut from the middle and weld it back together. Yeah that will work! Don't have to worry about hydrogen embrittlement, heat treatment or any nerdy crap like that. Only pussies worry about stuff. And if you don't have a MIG setup it is OK, you can weld it with a bunch of ground up match heads and foil just like McGuyver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted March 16, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted March 16, 2012 Actually, I was just going to use a torch and some solder. That should take care of the "heat treatment". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 duct tape...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowImg Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 duct tape...... what is the spring rate of duct tape? is it linear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiprsha666 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 http://img.tapatalk.com/ad682cc7-9e5a-94bb.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 This is my 2 cent spring rate post. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 what is the spring rate of duct tape? is it linear? no, progressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudeondacouch Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Clearly there is a missed business opportunity here, as shops should be making small fortunes offering such innovative and cost-effective solutions as this. Oh wait. It's retarded. Since when does retardedness keep shops from offering services? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbodog Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Thanks, but I was merely talking theory. The wisdom of trying altering parts that are designed to be installed in a specific configuration is another question entirely. When you can buy a set of lowering springs specifically designed for our cars from a reputable manufacturer for only about $200 or so, why do you want to take such a chance? I would not. I think you give the mfg too much credit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocHolladay23 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 no, progressive. Is that so they have increased Flo? [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] You want stickers? Hit me up here!!! You want a shirt? Hit me up here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Increase Flo = Increase Show or is it Increase Flo = Increase Go My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbodog Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 You guys crack me up, its like someone questioned your religion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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