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Old Jan 2, 2007 | 10:42 AM
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Has anyone used drop spindles to lower their C3? If so, are there kits out there?
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Old Jan 2, 2007 | 10:58 AM
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I don't think there are any commercially available drop spindles for the C3. You would have to have them custom made.



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Old Jan 2, 2007 | 11:04 AM
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not available, if you can find a dropped impala spindle it may work although I think they have a slightly different snout profile (wheel bearings)
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Thanks for the replies!
It's too bad... Seems like a great way to drop a C3...
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Using 550 in-lb springs or cutting the stock springs in front will get the ride height down as far as you can go. Longer spring bolts in the rear will do the same. If you have an undercar exhaust you can only drop the car so much before it starts hitting the ground. The oil pan is another consideration when lowering the car.



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How much lower will 550 lb springs get you in the front?
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