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Thread: best bang for buck lowering kit
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11-27-2006, 07:10 AM #1
best bang for buck lowering kit
I'd like to lower my car in the not too distant future since its stock suspension makes it look like it could go mudding! I'm kinda a newb to suspension but i like the eibach prokit cuz i'd like to get aftermarket shocks and springs at the same time. what are some kits that you'd all recommend?
1999 Trans Am M6
SLP Short Throw, Lid and CAI, Strano Springs, Koni Sport Shocks, BMR STB and SFC, UMI PHB, Pacesetter LT's and ORY, Magnaflow Catback, DMH 3" E-Cutout, LS7 Clutch, Motive 4.10, 160 T-Stat, MSD wires,, 17x9.5 Chrome C6's wrapped in Hankook 275/40/17
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11-27-2006, 07:22 AM #2
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11-27-2006, 03:29 PM #3
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11-27-2006, 05:09 PM #5
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i had no problems with my dropzone springs on my 3rd gen. it dropped 1.75 all around. and i went with monroe sensatrac struts/shocks.
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11-27-2006, 08:09 PM #6
I always thought the best (cheapest) lowering trick is to use the lower perch on Koni SA for the front the use a piece of heater hose on the back springs instead of the cap/hat.
You do not have to buy new springs but I guess you have to buy the Konis...
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11-28-2006, 06:03 AM #7
I am also thinking about lowering my TA. So my question is... if i plan on getting SFCs do I lower first or does it not matter. Also if I lower it will I have to get it aligned because of the drop?
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11-28-2006, 06:18 AM #8
You need to get an alignment when you change out springs, shocks, bushings.
The SFC's can wait until after lowering as it does not matter regarding ride height.
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11-29-2006, 03:20 PM #9
Are you looking for cheap.....? I'd go to the junk yard and get a set out of a V-6 car and put them in with your stock STIFF struts and shocks...... Works graet for the drag strip also if your trying to hook up!!!!
If your trying to hang corners at 40mph and not drag than buy a after market set..... There it all depends on who's drop you want.Don't be afraid of the bottle!!! Be afraid of your tune!!!
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11-29-2006, 05:08 PM #10
i would like better handling and better looks too.
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12-10-2006, 03:14 PM #11
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pewter- 2001 z28 lingenfelter 383
which bilstiens should u get with the prokit? do u have to have them revalved? anyone have experience with this setup?
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12-10-2006, 03:38 PM #12
I've got the Eibach Prokit as well as the heavy duty Bilstein shocks. It's settle a bit now (about 1.5" or so), but still looks great!
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12-10-2006, 03:39 PM #13
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pewter- 2001 z28 lingenfelter 383
u sure thats the prokit and not the sportline kit? dam that is slammed......how is the handling compared to stock? hows the ride quality compared to stock?
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12-10-2006, 06:19 PM #14
Yeeeess. I'm sure it's the Prokit. The Sportlines would not have cleared the rear wheels what so ever, since I'm running 18s 10.5 wide. Handling is sooo much better. No comparison. The ride is a little bit stiffer; I have to be careful on steep driveways and stuff...but nothing major.
I did have to have the rear fenders rolled in a bit to clear the width of the wheels.
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12-11-2006, 10:30 AM #15
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12-11-2006, 11:30 AM #16
Agreed, I am awaiting someone who has purchased and installed Strano's new springs before ordering a set (currently running 1LE's)
How is your winter mods going? Have you intalled any of the truckload of parts that are going into the 'Vert this mod season? I am waiting for you to post that you hate your new (recovered) seats and are looking to unload them cheap!
I call dibs when that happens....
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12-12-2006, 09:33 AM #17
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lol
Among other things, i have to get the car prepped for driving, i want to tweak the tuning @ idle in spring, but the seats, k-member + all other miscellaneous parts will be going in during the winter indeed.
The Recaro SRD aren't covered in leather yet... but shall be soon w/ an embroyded SS on it... I guess i can post pix once i do it and tell you they are not for sale hihi
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