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Jun 3, 2005 | 12:38 AM

furio666

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Lowering Question

Where can I find out how to lower my 2003 C5 I just want to drop it on the stock bolts for now I just want to see what it looks like.
Thanks

Jun 3, 2005 | 12:42 AM

Z06-JIM

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Here's a link to the TechTips section of forum for lowering a C5.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...D=27&TopicID=1

Jun 3, 2005 | 02:28 AM

markcz

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Another good link with pics.

If you're going to leave it lowered don't forget to get an alignment to prevent uneven tire wear.

Jun 3, 2005 | 07:41 AM

Darion

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Good info, thanks!

Darion

Jun 3, 2005 | 11:05 AM

ninepoint5

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i am wanting to lower my car, but a local shop here is going to charge me $120 to lower and align. good deal or not?

Jun 3, 2005 | 11:12 AM

Patches

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ninepoint5

i am wanting to lower my car, but a local shop here is going to charge me $120 to lower and align. good deal or not?

Not really too bad as long as they are using the latest Hunter equipment to do a 4-wheel alignment. I paid ~$70 to have mine aligned at a Chevy dealer about 3 years ago.

However, the alignment needs to be delayed a week or two to allow you to drive it and let the suspension settle.

Here are a few pics from when I lowered mine to show how easy it is to diy.

Jun 3, 2005 | 11:26 AM

sailohio

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Thanks for the pics.

Jun 3, 2005 | 11:38 AM

Larry_Yerton

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Check out my sig pic. Lowered on stock bolts, all the way in the front and 3 threads showing on the rear. Mine dropped 3/4 inch front and almost a full inch in the rear.