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For proper suspension travel for your
lowered vehicle it will be necessary to relocate the bump stop perch ¾”
higher than stock. Figure 1 represents the stock suspension components
before modifications. In Figure 2 you will see the bump stop perch has been
relocated. This is done by removing the bump stop perch from the chassis
with a saws-all ( or similar ), removing ¾” of material from the bump stop
mount that you just removed, then welding it to the front cross member
after removing material. Once this procedure is complete, coat the exposed
steel with protective epoxy paint or equivalent. Figure 2 shows the welding
seam that will be left over after the procedure. This will net the same
suspension travel as stock before lowering, as well as cure the common side
effects of lowering such as bottoming out on the bump stops which makes for
poor ride quality.
Tools necessary for procedure
Saws-all or cut-off wheel
MIG welder
Grinder ( to expose steel for welding )
All necessary tools to disassemble and reassemble
front suspension components
Wrenches and sockets – 10mm, 13mm, 15mm, and 18mm
Pry bar
Zip tie ( to support brake caliper away from suspension )
T60 Torx bit socket
Assorted Cotter pins
Pliers
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