New Springs or Old Springs

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84sscutty

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Oct 10, 2009
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Alright guys, here goes.
I am wanting to lower my 85 Salon by using drop spindles up front and new springs in the rear. I'm wanting to drop it 2 inches, my question is should get new springs as well as spindles on the front or should I stick with my factory F41 springs? The reason I'm asking is because my springs are 26 years old and I'm figuring they have some some sag. If need new ones, what are the F41 spring replacement part numbers plz?
Also, if anyone has any pics of a cutlass that has been dropped 2 inches and has 18's or 20's on it, could you plz post some pics and wheel and tire size combos? Thanks in advance for any help.
 
This link should help you out. http://www.maliburacing.com/coilspring.htm

As you see, #'s 5606 and 5608 are F41 springs. I would suggest replacing your old springs with new ones while you have the front end apart.
 
So would I need the 5606 or the 5608? Another ?, which of these spindles would I be better off with?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BEL-2100/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BEL-2100-450/ paired with http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BEL-2100-350/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ART-11399300/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/GRF-6002/

And also, can someone tell/show me in a pic what exactly has to be modified on the spindle to run the 13 inch C5 brakes?

Thanks in advance for any help/info/opinions.
 
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