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Coil Over Issue
BigDawgV8 - 17/11/18 at 12:18 PM

Morning All,

I’m looking to replace a couple of the coil overs on the project.

I thought it would be straightforward....

I can buy the correct length and diameter but it’s the fixing bolt size that is the issue.

I need coil overs to accept 5/8 (16mm) bolts but they all seem to be 12mm now.....

Gaz and Spax are my preferred brands but what other makes are recommended?

Is my only option custom made?

I will keep searching..

Thanks for reading.


Sam_68 - 17/11/18 at 12:32 PM

Could you not use top hats on the mounts, to sleeve the holes in the mounting brackets down to 12mm?

Or are you building a lorry?


Camber Dave - 17/11/18 at 12:35 PM

Protech have bodies for Jag fitment (Cobra rears) that have 5/8" bushes


BigDawgV8 - 17/11/18 at 01:05 PM

Thanks both!

It sometimes feels like I’m building a lorry.......lol
Are top hats readily available anywhere or is it a diy job?

Ahh! Jag, that’s good to know.

[Edited on 17/11/18 by BigDawgV8]