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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 11:24 AM
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need help on picking out springs

Hey Guys,
I have an 06 ss/sc and im looking to lower it here in the next month. I saw this thread (https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/susp...prings-207943/) and I really like the stance of the KSport springs but I have heard some pretty negative reviews on them. I want it low, which is why I like those ksports. I will also be putting 19's on over the spring time. As of right now, i think it will be between the ksports, sportlines, or ark springs. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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Old Feb 5, 2011 | 04:05 AM
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Give those 19 inch wheels what they deserve, pair'em up with a nice set of coilovers for a looowww leveled drop
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Old Feb 5, 2011 | 04:15 AM
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Careful pairing a very low spring w/ 19s. Tire selection and rim width/offset will be key.
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Old Feb 5, 2011 | 04:28 AM
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Arks or gtfo





lol no really tho... I'm ordering Arks on monday...tuesday or whenever my check clears lol
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Old Feb 5, 2011 | 04:30 AM
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This is one safe choice Tire 225/35/19 wheel 19x8/40
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 11:04 AM
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thanks for the advice guys..im going with a 19x8 wheel with a 40mm offset.. those arnt coming till spring tho..long after the car is dropped, so I will be careful in my tire selection.

anyone know of the best website to order those ark gt-f springs?
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 11:06 AM
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their site looks like the best price so far at 189.00

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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 11:27 AM
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whats the drop compared to stock on the ark gt-f springs?
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 11:45 AM
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Jesus **** people use the search button, or scroll down. There's 15 ******* billion WHAT SPRING DO I BUY????? threads already.
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 12:20 PM
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how do i make my own new thread?
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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Karlen89, jeeze dude relax, iv been on all those threads but before I made my final purchase, just wanted to get some input from others for my personal benefit and to my specific specifications. if anything, this post will be helpful to others who are looking to get ark gt-f springs as well as 19x8 40mm offset rims, thats a little more specific than "lets see your lowering springs"
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Old Feb 7, 2011 | 12:26 PM
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and quikdcride, it says 1 inch front and 1.5 rear on an ss/sc on that website i listed
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Karlen89
Jesus **** people use the search button, or scroll down. There's 15 ******* billion WHAT SPRING DO I BUY????? threads already.
Drop the big mouth attitude bud, or go and post on barney's site ....they'll love you over there.





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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 10:34 PM
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id say sportlines have the best ride out of those and best chance of not rubbing with 19s but i dont have 19s lol sorry
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 10:44 PM
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jesus thats going to hurt like hell driving. Get some rack spacers or be prepared for massive bump steer.
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Old Feb 12, 2011 | 11:30 AM
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so i decided to wait on my 19's till next year..guna take my msr 045s off and have my stockers powdercoated..im still lowering it but going to focus on exhaust and performance..guna go with the ark springs with my stock 18s for now, thanks for all the input guys!
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Old Feb 12, 2011 | 11:36 AM
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how are you gettin em powdercoated? an im waiting for the low 2, I got the hahn exhaust comin in an i keep hearing bout issues with lowered cars(after i ordered itt ) so ima wait a lil bit or maybe us spring for some pedders
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Old Feb 12, 2011 | 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by MastaShaKe_88
how are you gettin em powdercoated? an im waiting for the low 2, I got the hahn exhaust comin in an i keep hearing bout issues with lowered cars(after i ordered itt ) so ima wait a lil bit or maybe us spring for some pedders
its really not that bad with the hahn exhaust im lowered on h&rs so im pretty low and its not that bad of a sound with the exhaust tapping the rear beam
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Old Feb 12, 2011 | 11:45 AM
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but i don't wants no tap at all
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Old Feb 12, 2011 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by MastaShaKe_88
but i don't wants no tap at all
weld another hanger to ur car and exhaust...problem solved lol
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