Varishock coilover, spring hits shock body

[VenturaII]

Is it normal for the spring hit the shock body when a coilover is compressed?

[David Pozzi]

No.
Are the springs 2.5" ID?
Do the lower spring seats have an inner ridge to keep the coils centered?

[VenturaII]

Yes, they are 2.5" springs and the lower spring seat has a lip that holds it centered. 200 lb spring on a shock with right at 5 inches of stroke. When the shock is compressed several inches the spring lightly contacts the side of the shock body.

[David Pozzi]

I"d try flipping the coil over.
If there is much side force on the shock body, the shaft and seal can wear out faster.
It could be a bad spring, I've seen them bend to one side and rub but the better springs won't do that.

[VenturaII]

OK, I'll try flipping it over. Thanks.