can i remove the strut springs to lower my festarossa

[NicholasJackson]

I think what he means is, you should go and do some reading before you ask questions like that. Im not trying to put you down but it's the equivalent of asking can i remove the wings off my plane and still fly it. The internet is an amazing resource.

[Brayy]

I think this kid is trying to TROLL us.. how about you take your festiva , put a for sale sign on it.. and buy an already done up honda if you want it to be so "SLAM"..
or remove your springs completely..





*evil laughs*

[koRnhead]

Sorry mate, but the only one that sounds stupid in this thread is you. Asking if you can remove a major component of your car and still drive it.
Now perhaps you know nothing about cars, and asking questions is the only way to learn. And now......you've learned.

[freshtiva]

then learn to only open your mouth when it doesnt make you sound stupid

I never said a word.

[perucho]

How about some helpful advise? Take the struts out and measure the length from the perch to the hat at full shock extension. Then cut the spring to have at least that length so that when the strut is assembled, the spring will never get unseated, even at full shock extension. This is the shortest you can safely cut the springs. However, check fastivaB6TG25MR's front strut mod to go a couple inches lower.

[dwellfrosis]

thank you perucho. the only reason i asked that dumb of a question is (if you read the post i was talking about for the 5th time) (hint, hint, go read it before you treat people like they are stupid for asking questions) because in that post a member named gestiva said he removed his springs completely and drove his festy for a year without any tire issues. 2nd your mamma was a honda. dont insult my intelligence. im not one of those spoiled little turds that buy and hop up their hondas with loud mufflers with actually make them slower than a yugo. i am no honda punk. and it sounds like people like you who insult people for asking questions should be banned. and go sell your festiva

[dwellfrosis]

so is it ok if i ask another question without being insulted? just because you dont like the question? do you cut more from the rear springs or more from the front springs to achieve a level stance to my festarossa? i wouldnt mind if the front was slightly lower but less than a 1" difference.

[dwellfrosis]

one last question when i cut my springs, must the cut be made directly vertical to where the original end of the spring was? or can the perches be twisted any amount to match where the new cut end would be?

[Basement_Modder]

More from the rear. It makes sense when you think about it... the front springs are bearing the weight of an engine, transmission, radiator, brake booster, steering rack, etc. The back is bearing the weight of 1/2 the chassis and a rear seat. The springs will compress less this way, and thus, should be shorter.

Edit- It is best to cut full coils so it aligns the same way, but you can twist the perches if needed.

[bhazard]

Only about 1/3rd of the weight of the car is in the back.

Cutting springs is okay but not that great to lower. Removing springs is suicide. Whoever suggested that should be shot.

If you cut the spring heat the top coil after cutting and bend it down so its flat, so it sits right in the perch. Dont heat any other part of the spring.

I wouldnt cut more than 1.5 to 2 coils out of stock springs...theyre just too soft. Youll bottom out.

[zoom zoom]

I just cut the bottom off of my 02 kia springs and they sit in the perch just fine..no knocking or anything.

[dwellfrosis]

i have some extra springs from a 280 zx. if they are the same diameter would you suggest cutting and using them in rear or front? im sure they are stiffer than the festys springs being that they are for a sports car.

[M3NTAL]

can i remove the springs from my struts or is that only posible with coilovers?
can i still carry passengers?
will i need an imediate alignment?

Yes u can remove springs, is it safe ? NO

Yes u can carry passengers, as long as the vehicle isnt moving

Yes u always need an alignment when lowering or raising a vehicle.

my .02 FWIW buy FMS springs do it once do it right ride quality is phenomenal

if your a cheap skate cut your springs 3 coils, bounce around every little bump and no one will ever want to ride in your crappy riding car. beating a dead horse

[dwellfrosis]

doesnt the kia springs have less spring angle due to more coils?

[dwellfrosis]

stupid question time. FWIW means?