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    Default Spring Compression

    I can't find anything on this previously posted. I wanted to get another opinion as well.

    I have heard that you can 'recompress' springs so that they are a little shorter. What are the advantages of this/disadvatages? Also how much would it cost, where could you get it done etc etc.

    I have superlows all round at the moment on my live axle vs, but the back still has a space about 2 fingers can fit through between the top of the 18" tyre and the bottom of the guard. I'm aiming to close this gap.

    so Spring Recompression or just replace rears with Ultra Lows?

    I'm about to change rear shocks as well from standard FE2's to Monroe shortened or KYB's.

    Opinions please?
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    Quote Originally Posted by DANNY8 View Post
    Sell ur current springs, buy more....that's the best way!
    Yeah I was thinking of SSL or Ultras. Do SSL come for Live Axle?
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    I agree mate, i have compressed springs and the right is much much crappier than normal rate springs. also is very exspensive, i've been quoted $130/spring at ozzie..

    All king spring heights come in live axle mate, drop in some ultra's

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    im gettin my front compressed to sit where i want with the 20"s on my car but buyin ultras for the back cos im scared of the poping out over a big bump...

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