Hey their jonnbr,
Here is a pic of the front suspension assembly. As already mentioned, you will need a spring compressor to put the springs on. If you have any questions please feel free to let me know and I will try to answer them as best I can.
Looks like you tried reworking the rear spring already. The back ones aren't as critical as the front springs, but do play an important roll in the overall suspension layout. As you already know from your Mini Trukin days, if you are even a hair off, it screws up the overall geometry of the suspension, which can screw the entire vehicle up in any one of a number of ways which is not good
I assume you also know that the stock rear springs are not progressively wound, and therefore are no bueno for dropping your PT.
I am glad to see you didn't go forwards with chopping the front spring yet. That really is a seriously bad deal all together!
Here is a original Link to another Member who went ahead and chopped his Springs, and then the aftermath that resulted. In this case he got really lucky, but the next person who is willing, and ready to try this might not be as lucky at all! Here are the Links:
Well I did it! !
This why you DONT Cut! ! ! !
I shot you over the info you were asking about. I wish I could work a better plan but things are very tight right now. I am good to go so you say the word. Just be sure to let me know so I can make arrangements.
Other than that, please be extra careful whatever you decide to do!
Go easy, and I hope to catch ya later.
Candyman