I'm with the above with one exception/addition: be careful about maximizing droop travel on our cars because the stock CV joints can only go so far before you risk pulling an axle out of a cup. This is an issue for those setting these cars up for rally in particular.

 

03, you're basically saying to adjust the threaded body so that you get full compression without a spring installed? Then put the spring in and set preload to achieve ride height?

I've followed FAs instructions of 1/4" front and almost no preload on the rear. I've got some stiffer swifts coming and curious if I should do it differently.

 

We both run the same C/o

Follow their directions & if in doubt call Terry

 

My coilovers are double adjustable. Spring preload and shock body is separate,
What i meant on my first Q was just the shock length, not springs as i dont adjust height using preload.

But thanks for trying to answer though mate

 

Charlie.tunah that is how I would start off at least. However, you might find doing it this way the car is too low. Kind of depends on the tire setup.