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Old 10-16-2015, 01:45 PM
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Default 2008 GT Lowering Thoughts

Hi All,
I have a 2008 GT that I was considering the possibility of lowering it about an inch, max.

The car only has 21K miles. Is there anything other than the new springs that I need to do?

I have had several opinions thrown my way.

Thank you.
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Old 12-30-2015, 09:03 PM
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Caster bolts/plate to allow you to align the front wheels better.

Panhard bar to align the rear after you lower it.

Try Ford Racing Springs.

Gap will look similarly to this:


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Old 12-30-2015, 09:09 PM
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You will need the following:

Springs
Shocks/struts
Adjustable panhard bar
Alignment
Possibly camber bolts

If you only do springs your rear end will be off center ached the socks will wear out really fast.

Good luck.
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Yes, not as easy as just adding the springs as the rest of the suspension is affected.

At the very least, you will need a panhard bar then followed by the shocks & struts and the CC plates.

Doing the springs & shocks at the same time will save on install labor.

I can provide forum pricing if you email me at tim@steeda.com.

Best Regards,

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