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01-25-2006, 05:05 PM #1
lowering process
How difficult is it to lower an F body? Are lowering springs the only thing you need? I heard that if lowering springs are used on stock struts, it will gradually damage the struts. Can someone describe what i would have to do once i have the new springs?
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01-25-2006, 06:53 PM #2
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Originally Posted by GottaHaveLS1
After installing the springs/struts make sure you get an alignment as soon as possible to prevent improper tire wear.
Also will you be lowering the car yourself?
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01-26-2006, 09:00 AM #3
I would probably do the lowering myself. The guides on ls1howto.com are very clear and helpful.
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01-30-2006, 05:45 AM #4
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don't use subframes unless your tracking b/c they aren't worth the weight. get front sway bars instead. If your gonna do springs, yes do shocks. SLP has a kit for 600, or you can spend up to 2000 on koni's shocks and BMR springs. It's all up to you.
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02-02-2006, 09:43 AM #5
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I would do subframe connectors so you can strengthen the chassis. You can get Koni Single Adjustable shocks for $800 + $25 shipping from www.stranoparts.com. They also make Double adjustable's $1,300 but most people recommend the SAs because there's a lot more room for error with the DAs. Lowering springs usually run from $200-$250.
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02-02-2006, 11:01 AM #6
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02-02-2006, 11:08 AM #7
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Originally Posted by dipherentdesignLast edited by bad99ta; 02-02-2006 at 11:20 AM.
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02-02-2006, 06:26 PM #8
lowered a 98 once. the rear shocks immediately bottomed out when hitting a bump. i think they were jamex springs. so, shorter shocks are in order.
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02-02-2006, 08:36 PM #9
i put eibach sportlines on my 98 formula with teh stock rear shocks, it has 83,000+ miles on em and there still fine, that was a year ago, i replaced the fronts
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02-02-2006, 09:37 PM #10
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Originally Posted by dipherentdesign
I waited way too long to install mine and am paying for it now. Car has 45,000 miles on with visible signs of a twisting chassis. Most of my body paneling doesn't line up anymore and the driver side t-top has a slightly visible air gap in it now when looking from behind the car. Plus My torque arm is now warped which will be replaced shortly.
If you drive your car even somewhat hard, then subframe connectors are a must to help keep your suspension geometry where it should.
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