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Old 08-17-2013, 02:54 AM
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Coilover Question

I read somewhere that some of you who have auto transmissions were experiencing axle binding while lowered on coilovers. I was wondering whether or not if it was because you guys had your cars slammed? If I plan on to install a set myself I was only going to go a little lower than maybe what a lowering spring would give me. I haven't heard anyone ever experience axle bind while on lowered springs so if anyone could help and clear that up for me. Thanks!
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why not just get lowering springs and save yourself $700+
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Ill tell you what... Ill trade you my fantastic lowering springs for those coils you've got so you don't have to worry about any axle bind AND just because I'm feeling generous ill pay for the shipping as well.
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Originally Posted by BPacak
why not just get lowering springs and save yourself $700+
By the time I get my other suspension parts upgraded and get springs. I'll already be looking at a price range for coilovers. I figured why not spend the little extra to get something where I can control what stance I'd like to have.
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Ill tell you what... Ill trade you my fantastic lowering springs for those coils you've got so you don't have to worry about any axle bind AND just because I'm feeling generous ill pay for the shipping as well.
Sorry man I'm currently not in possession of springs or coilovers just asking right now so I don't waste my money on something that could potentially mess up my car. If I get some and don't like it. I'll keep your offer in mind
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if your only going to lower it a little just save the money and get a set of springs
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Originally Posted by keiserX13
if your only going to lower it a little just save the money and get a set of springs
Ok. Well what brand of springs do you all suggest. I'm on 17's and really want as little wheel gap as possible. Also what brand of shocks/struts do you recommend as well?
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B&g is the lowest. You would be fine with upgrading to fe5.
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Get some H&Rs.
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Originally Posted by chevygirl2006
B&g is the lowest. You would be fine with upgrading to fe5.
I don't think I'll go with B&G since I've heard/seen they give the car reverse rake. Plus I think those only look really good on the sedan. But do you know a good place where I can get the fe5 setup?
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Originally Posted by bmartz1991
Get some H&Rs.
Yeah I probably will go with those. I really like the look. But do you think they would look as good paired with 17s?
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Probably crate engine depot
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