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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 07:57 PM
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im looking into redoing my suspension first off i want to drop my 5.0 1.5" now do i have to redo shocks and struts and if i have to redo them whats the best road to go down. this car is my dd and maybe one day itll see the track. now whats so great about coilovers vs the reg?
any suspension help is need thanks
Old Mar 6, 2011 | 08:27 PM
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better adjustability, quicker. but I hear its increases NVH
Old Mar 6, 2011 | 08:35 PM
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my coilover set up works great, but if all you want is a drop, get some lowering springs and caster camber plates and call it a day
Old Mar 9, 2011 | 06:44 PM
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alright thats what ill end up doin thanks
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