As if I really understand this correctly. . . If you decrease the space used by the spring by using the doughnuts then you will increase the pressure exerted by the spring because it will be in a more dense state because of compression. This would cause lift in the vehicle up to a point, that point being determined by the number of doughnuts being inserted. In an extreme state (state of insanity) with multiples of doughnuts installed, you would max out the travel of the shock without having installed the spacer or extension on the shock. Wouldn't you damage the shock and/or its mounts by using spacers or extensions on it without increasing the lift of the springs? What would happen to them when you bottom out without stiffer springs or at least springs using doughnuts? Ron P. 82 Vanagon 88 Fox GL ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com |
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