Hello,

Recently rebuild all the bushings and suspension on my 1982 300CD TurboDiesel. I ordered the suggested springs from Pelican Parts: Lesjofors 40-568-12-INT. The front fender to ground is about 28" right now (should be about 27" if I got my specs correct). Using the 4 nub stock rubber pads.

1 option is to cut the springs.

The other option is to exchange them for another set although I may come to find that the second order of springs has the same issue.

Looks like in order for me take the springs out now, I would have to take apart my suspension and it is a big pain in the butt. Even with the correct spring compressors the springs are tough to remove as there isn't too much clearance with the front spindle attached.

Although very dangerous, any way to cut a coil off the spring from the bottom end while the spring is compressed in its perch?