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BIGJP 05-07-2007 02:18 PM

Bump stops
 
Ive ordered the Eibach pro springs and wanted to know if you need to cut bump stops or leave them alone. Any input on this?

HillsdaleHHR 05-07-2007 02:22 PM

This is a quote from Jeff (a supporting vendor) on Goldlines. Not sure if this would go for all brands. Shoot him a PM. He is generally quick to respond.


Originally Posted by TruckSHOP.com (Post 138554)
Trimming bump stops is not required, but it is recommened. It will ride smoother on big dips. If you don't trim the bump stops they will engage sooner in the suspension travel than they would in stock configuration and limit the travel somewhat unnecessarilly. Modern foam type bump stops are designed to engage early and allow for a fair amount of travel, but "riding the bumpstops" will overtax them and cause premature breakdown. My thought is that it's a good idea to trim some off even with the leveling springs, but you can definitely install them without trimming and see how it rides.


Lee3333 05-08-2007 04:28 PM

The leveling springs instructions say to cut off 1 inch, but from the picture of the stops, I do not see how this is possible for the rear. I will see better when I actually take mine out and see them in person.

Big Kahuna 05-08-2007 04:41 PM

I installed Eibach Pro Springs on one of my "other" retro vehicles and very pleased with the results.

I installed the GoldLine Leveling Springs to my HHR. Also very pleased!!!

In both cases, I trimmed about 3/4 to 1 inch off the bump stops on both vehicles. As long as you leave some of the bump stops, you should have no problem. I figured I was better safe than sorry. Hated to have to go back and trim them later if I was unhappy with the ride.

:thumb:

Big Kahuna 05-08-2007 04:43 PM


Originally Posted by Lee3333 (Post 146621)
The leveling springs instructions say to cut off 1 inch, but from the picture of the stops, I do not see how this is possible for the rear. I will see better when I actually take mine out and see them in person.


Yep... it's possible... the bump stops on mine were almost 2 inches of rubber material. Trimmed off an inch and put them back in the new springs.

:smile:

Firewatcher 05-08-2007 05:31 PM

Sindy knows all about the bump stops and could surely help you.

jx3 05-08-2007 06:05 PM


Originally Posted by Firewatcher (Post 146635)
Sindy knows all about the bump stops and could surely help you.

Not sure if she would know details about the Eibach kits.

raymundojr 05-16-2007 08:13 PM

I trimmed the leveling springs of mine,in addition i have also installed admin spam link edit shocks to the front and rear because i wanted to have as new one on my Treasured car.

stelerz 07-11-2007 12:00 AM

I Have Eibch Springs Put On By The Dealer And The Spring Has Almost Four Coils Touching While On The Ground. Does Anyone Else Have This////////////////////

stelerz 07-11-2007 12:05 AM

I Have Eibach Coils Which Came On My 20007 And About Four Of The Coils Are Touching. In The Rear, Does Anyone Else Have This??? And I Can't Tell If The Bump Stop Has Been Cut.


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