ok so when we installed my konis we didnt cut the bumpstops (even though geddy said to lol) and now I see that most people on here do cut them. What is the point or advantage of shortening them? Will it wear out the shock faster, or can they handle the extra travel?
here's a pic of some that are cut:
I found an old suggestion from Jim not to cut them too much:
Originally Posted by Jims 86LXI HB
The advantage of shortening them is that you increase your suspension travel. Shortening them too much risks bottoming the damper out and damaging the valving. I took a little more than 1/4" off mine and I'm pleased with the result.
Mike
Ya, I plan on shortening mine... But it depends on the application. Ground control says you should shorten them when installing the coilovers, but if you dont plan on dumping your car then I might just a little but not much.
My Project thread https://www.3geez.com/forum/project-c...dan-build.html
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I've got a 1.4" drop so i guess i should trim them a little..
what is wrong with them now?
1989 Honda Accord LX-i
B18c1 swap since 7/2011
175whp and 132tq
Redzone tuned
nothing is "wrong" with them (well besides the fact they were installed upside down lol) but if improvements can be made i'd like to make them
what is the effect of more suspension travel? smoother ride?
Last edited by frantik; 10-04-2006 at 02:53 PM.
Is We Doing This Thang Tomorrow?
thats the w3rd, ya heard
Why don't you pinch the forks, if your trying to do that?
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