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Old 07-24-2007, 11:59 AM
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Default Is my car sitting right with the setup I have?
I have H&R Race springs with Bilstein shocks. Seems really low in front. I have a whole new front suspension too. I thought when I changed that out it would raise it up some but it didn't.

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Old 07-24-2007, 12:22 PM
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Might be too low. Wow
 
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Old 07-24-2007, 12:24 PM
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Seems that race springs are too low. Suggest road springs.
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Default Any rubbing? That's really slaaaamed!
Watch that nose at crossing road transitions and curbs.
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That is a bit too dumped IMHO
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race springs are for limited street use, mainly for track days -
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Wow... that is Slam-diddly-amed....definately a bit raked....
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PS. Springs were on car when I bought it!!! Not my choice
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No rubbing. Maybe b/c my 16's sit inside the fenders. it drags if there are bumps.
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I bought the bilstein shocks that go with the race springs can they be used for the sport sprints to
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