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Old 07-08-2016, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Camster
As a practical old guy(63) that only does necessary work on a bone stock car,doesn't want to cross driveway aprons crab style,may I ask what are the benefits from the swap,other than visual? I would imagine that the springs would have to have higher rates,that the steering geometry is altered,and that the car now needs an alignment?
It may or may not need alignment depends how low you go but always a good idea to have it checked. It's helps visually and handling is much improved. I dropped my s197 1.5"front/2" rear and it's a big difference in handling when paired with my GT500 lower control at.s up front. And adjustable panhard and control arms out back. It allows you to make more precise handling adjustments.
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Old 07-10-2016, 08:49 AM
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just doing springs is not the way to do this, caster camber plates, and a bump steer kit will get things to aline properly, or you can just keep buying tires?
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Old 07-11-2016, 10:21 PM
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Camster, I am in the same boat as you. I have a bone stock 2003 GT Convertible with 65000 miles on it and have no plans to change anything. I guess it comes with age(56 here). From what I have read, the car is supposed to handle better in curves at a higher speed but the ride is sooo much stiffer that every bump is magnified. And yes, an alignment and possible camber and caster plates may be needed to ensure a correct alignment.
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Old 07-14-2016, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Z28KLR
Thanks dude. It still needs some 270's and a P1SC but she still looks pretty decent for being a 15 year old car.
Not to take away from the thread but damn Z that's a nice looking car my man!
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Old 07-15-2016, 12:21 PM
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Thanks Soldier!
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