NeonSpeedRT writes:
I know I can use lowering coils to lower a new body style neon. I have heard you can use the old R/T, ACR, or Mopar high rate springs off of the 95 to 99 neons to lower the new style neons. How low would they drop it? Any suggestions.
Greg Smith writes:
Certain first-generation Neon springs can be used successfully to lower a 2nd generation Neon. If I recall correctly, you need a 416 on the right front, a 414 on the left front, and 285 springs in both rear locations. Note that the 285 springs are the tallest first-generation springs ever used, and they are not currently available new. The 285 springs might be superseded by the 335 springs -- I have to check into that further.
If you use first generation Neon springs that are any shorter (lower part number) than these, you will have insufficient travel according to the engineer that I consulted.
These springs are first-generation R/T & ACR springs, so the rates are 150 lb/in front and 120 lb/in rear. The rear springs will *not* stay under tension when the car is jacked up so be aware that they may clunk when you lower the car back down. If you're really concerned, you can use plastic zip-ties to secure the springs to the perches. It really doesn't matter, though, except for the occasional clunk noise.
Note also that the "416" (for example) is the last 3 digits of the part number. It is in large print on the spring tag, and a decent parts counter person should be able to find the complete part number if you tell them what it is and what vehicle it's for.
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