How To Pick The Right Spring Rate - Rated A For Fun

Without the right tools, assembling and disassembling coilovers can be a treacherous affair. Spring compressors come in several different configurations, but Chassisworks' design is remarkably simple and easy to use. It cradles both the upper and lower spring seats simultaneously, and allows the spring to be compressed with simple handtools.

Turning a spanner wrench to adjust spring preload isn't easy when hundreds of pounds of force are pushing down on the spring seat. Chassisworks offers thrust bearings that install between the spring and lower seat to allow the spring to twist freely for easy adjustments. They also keep dirt and road debris out of the spring pocket.

Cars that require a soft spring rate will exhibit lots of wheel travel, in which case bump stops become a wise investment. These progressive bump stops from Chassisworks attach directly to the shock piston shaft to prevent abrupt changes in direction before the shock bottoms out. The shorter the shock, the more important they become. Additionally, bump stops can also be attached to the lower control arms and rearend housing.