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Old 12-19-2011, 08:05 PM
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got it, thanks guys!! really appreciate it.

AZN Optics => how low are you off the ground?
I've raised it up a slight bit since then, but I never had problems with speed bumps or roads or what not, but that will vary by location.
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does anyone have the pics of their cars with 20"s at the lowest coilover settings..?? thanks...
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The only way to get really low on coilovers with these cars is to cut coils on the springs, or order shorter springs. Your usable damper stroke will be near nothing at that point.

You've got to decide how important it is to be super low. Check this site for some inspiration! http://www.stanceworks.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2423
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so would cutting the spring effect the ride quality? I have no idea since coilovers you can adjust your own spring rate/dampening right?
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does anyone have the pics of their cars with 20"s at the lowest coilover settings..?? thanks...
i have some pics of my car on 20's with H&R supersports. Running 20x10 in the rear with a 275/30/20. i had to remove the carpet inside the wheel well. Also did a minor fender roll. only rubs on big bumps
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Originally Posted by dudeitsmattx
i have some pics of my car on 20's with H&R supersports. Running 20x10 in the rear with a 275/30/20. i had to remove the carpet inside the wheel well. Also did a minor fender roll. only rubs on big bumps
I'm running 20x10.5 wth 285/25/20 on H&R SS also wth 5mm pads... Didn't remove anything tho... A lil negative cambering n trimmed fenders... Juz wanna know how they sit on coilovers...
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Originally Posted by cthumarshall
I'm running 20x10.5 wth 285/25/20 on H&R SS also wth 5mm pads... Didn't remove anything tho... A lil negative cambering n trimmed fenders... Juz wanna know how they sit on coilovers...
True. I want to also. I wish I would have got coils and not springs
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Originally Posted by Mixedfruits
so would cutting the spring effect the ride quality? I have no idea since coilovers you can adjust your own spring rate/dampening right?
yes, it would effect ride quality, but how much so depends on how many coils you cut. Generally it's not recommended though.
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that was a while back btw still have your fog light led lol.... Any how saving up for coils right now d2's i heard go lower than h&r
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A while back? 02-01-2012 was only a couple days ago :p

Yeah, I hardwired my LED fog to a power supply just to see how it would look and there's just way too much light scatter from that kind of reflective housing so not going to follow up on it.
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oh nvm thought it was from before before when i asked about cutting spring springs not coil springs lol
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oh I see
Dont happen to have a working set do you? I dont mind scatter just want them on during the day
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Originally Posted by Mixedfruits
so would cutting the spring effect the ride quality? I have no idea since coilovers you can adjust your own spring rate/dampening right?
Originally Posted by AZN Optics
yes, it would effect ride quality, but how much so depends on how many coils you cut. Generally it's not recommended though.
I wouldn't cut springs, but shorter springs are an option I've gone with in the past. I'd go with air suspension if you want to go much lower than AZN Optics car.
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wow..

hi i'm new.. i just got a c250 so i thought i stop by to say hi.. my other car is a lancer evo x pushing 400whp

i'm just shocked that mb drivers are CUTTING SPRINGS!!?? that is mickey mouse high school broke *** ricer shiet!!.. please DO NOT EVER CUT YOUR SPRINGS! do it right or don't do it at all..

you wanna dump your car VIP style? go adjustable airbags.. go big or go home.. sorry

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