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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 11:43 AM
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While doing the rear suspension http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1428929 I’m thinking about replacing my old (stock) shocks with some rear QA1s. I’m looking at part #TC3024P…just the regular single adjustable shocks, not coilovers. Aside from some insignificant spacer/washer mounting issues, is there anything I should be concerned with in relation to ride height? My rear is slightly lowered using longer bolts. Thanks
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 11:23 PM
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Mines not lowered, but I don't think you will have problems. I like them a lot. 2 years so far.
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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 01:34 AM
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Originally Posted by LT4POWR
While doing the rear suspension http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1428929 I’m thinking about replacing my old (stock) shocks with some rear QA1s. I’m looking at part #TC3024P…just the regular single adjustable shocks, not coilovers. Aside from some insignificant spacer/washer mounting issues, is there anything I should be concerned with in relation to ride height? My rear is slightly lowered using longer bolts. Thanks
These are ideal for a somewhat lowered car, in fact their maximum extension length is really too short for a stock ride height car, unless you were to add spacers at the top mounting plate.

The other note: These rear QA1 single adjustables are valved much stiffer than the fronts. For street driving, you will likely prefer them set no higher than on #3 out of 12 positions, and more likely on #2.

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I have QA1 regulars all the way around. So far I've liked them all set at 6 for regular driving. Pretty stiff to me. I'd love to hear what other have their setups at.
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Old Jul 6, 2006 | 02:45 AM
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With no coilovers you should be fine, I'm dropped about 1.5 in the rear... I'm using 5855's in the rear....

I amrunning 300 in springs and I'm set at 4 on the rear for those who want to know...

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