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Prodius
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Posted - Jan 18 2010 :  10:32:58  Show Profile  Click to see Prodius's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
Hey guys!

Been a while since I posted here, but my car is waiting for the summer to arrive and by that I would like to try to lower the front a bit so it matches the rear. It would look much nicer that way. I do not want to change the self-leveling device only change the front. What do you guys think I should do?
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Why does the rear sit much lower than the front? Are all your bushings/mounts in good shape?
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I ended up having to take a coil off the front and get brand new rear springs from BMP.
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Originally posted by scottie

I ended up having to take a coil off the front and get brand new rear springs from BMP.




Yes, people fail to realize suspension springs fatigue after 25 years of service... just like valve springs.
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Prodius
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Posted - Feb 07 2010 :  01:30:37  Show Profile  Click to see Prodius's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
Well, it is not alot of difference, maybe 30-35mm, but it would look much better if the front was a bit lower. how does it work with one coil less on the spring? it doesn't damage the damper?

PS! Hit Man X: The rear springs are new and the leveling device is overhauled with new accumulators, checked for leaks, changed oil++
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 :  14:17:46  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
The front of mine sits a little higher too. I'm still looking for a full suspension setup to slam it.
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