Do longer bolts change spring rate?

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Jun 2, 2005 | 11:14 PM

SkunkApe

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Do longer bolts change spring rate?

I just installed 8" bolts and dropped my car about 1.5". Looks good. Question is, does this mod change the spring rate? I'm (slightly) concerned as my exhaust is a lot closer to the ground now. If the spring rate is "softer" due to the longer bolts, will the car "bounce" over bumps?

Jun 2, 2005 | 11:19 PM

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Got 3 !/2" under mine....big bumps ?? Just the spare tire carrier hit once...no biggie...

Jun 2, 2005 | 11:23 PM

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Got 3 !/2" under mine....big bumps ?? Just the spare tire carrier hit once...no biggie...

Despite the change in ride height, did you notice a difference in ride "quality" (for the lack of a better word)?

Jun 2, 2005 | 11:47 PM

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Not really...and spring arch is subtle and I expect yours is to.Did you re do rear alignment?

Jun 2, 2005 | 11:57 PM

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Did you re do rear alignment?

Not yet. I plan on re-building the entire rear end soon(er or later). Looking at the trailing arm bolts/shims, there's NO WAY someone's gonna loosen those to adjust! One big rusted mass.