[Z06] lowering #'s
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Instructor
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From: san antonio TX
lowering opinions
I am looking forward to lowering the z monday and love the way a wheel fits perfectly in the fender.
My question is before i start lowering. On stock bolts, i am looking to achieve after lowering the same distance from the top of the fender to the tire as from the side of the fender to the tire. for that perfect fit look.
With stock wheels and tires can I achieve this with the stock bolts?
Thanks
My question is before i start lowering. On stock bolts, i am looking to achieve after lowering the same distance from the top of the fender to the tire as from the side of the fender to the tire. for that perfect fit look.
With stock wheels and tires can I achieve this with the stock bolts?
Thanks
Last edited by Z0 Broke; Oct 1, 2005 at 02:26 PM. Reason: Failed 3rd grade
Burning Brakes
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From: Miami Lakes FL
im assuming you have a Z06......the stock bolts are fine but you will probably have to cut the bushings on the front bolts to achieve this perfect height.....did it on my Z and it looks great
Racer
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From: San Diego CA
Originally Posted by bigred6906
im assuming you have a Z06......the stock bolts are fine but you will probably have to cut the bushings on the front bolts to achieve this perfect height.....did it on my Z and it looks great
thanks
/hijack
Melting Slicks
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From: Sandy Ego CA
If you go the the first page of this site click on tools and then click on Tech Tip, it will give you a long list of mods, go down to the first one regarding " lowering your front end " it will show step by step pics of just what you want to do including cutting the bushings
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Instructor
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From: san antonio TX
thanks for the tip, and maybe i worded it in a confusing manner but i was just wanting to know if andyone got the look i was wanting with out cutting. I was trying to have a general idea so i wouldnt have to do it twice..
But thanks i will let you guys know..
But thanks i will let you guys know..
Le Mans Master
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
I've recently posted some questions regarding this exact same thing. With the bolts adjusted to the max the front wheel well opening still looks too high compared to the rear well, even though the bottom of the car is sitting correctly and the car is equally lower front and rear. I guess to get the front to look perfect some cutting is in order. I'm planning to do it tomorrow if time permits, then I can get aligned this week. On stock bolts the rear fits perfectly, though I already bought the longer bolts and might put them in.
Racer
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gm actually advises you to lower your z06, they have a video of "how to"for performance...not looks, if your after performance, using stock bolts will usually net about 1"-1.875" this is again for TRACK performance the front will always be slightly higher for dampenig and hard cornering...for looks be careful not to slam it, as this will have an adverse affect on your stock shocks
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Racer
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From: Wakefield R.I.
I'm wondering if the Z06's sit a little higher from the factory. I just put Z06 shocks on my 04 coupe and the ride height is a little higher (even after a 300 mile run over the weekend) than it was before. I know my 04 was lower(stock) than my 97 and a friends 02 before the shock change.
If that is right then you might have to cut the bushings to get to the point you want.
If that is right then you might have to cut the bushings to get to the point you want.
Le Mans Master
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Z0 BROKE, sorry no pics but the look you want is perfect. The space all around the tire is equal on both the front and rear tires. As previously mentioned I lowered to the maximum on stock bolts and then cut the front bushings down 2/3rds. When I was done I knew I had accomplished what I wanted perfectly. I wouldn't go any lower considering where I drive but it's not a problem the way it is now. I had to be careful with driveways anyway when it was stock. I also had it aligned today and it is amazing how responsive it feels. The best part is that the ride doesn't suffer and it rides as good as it ever did, which I think is pretty nice. I drove over to where my friend works who also has a Z06. He has 18" and 19" wheels on stock height adjustments. Comparing his car to mine he said he must have the "off-road" suspension. 
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From: Wylie TX --> Less is More, except under the hood !
Originally Posted by Z0 Broke
I am looking forward to lowering the z monday and love the way a wheel fits perfectly in the fender.
My question is before i start lowering. On stock bolts, i am looking to achieve after lowering the same distance from the top of the fender to the tire as from the side of the fender to the tire. for that perfect fit look.
With stock wheels and tires can I achieve this with the stock bolts?
Thanks
My question is before i start lowering. On stock bolts, i am looking to achieve after lowering the same distance from the top of the fender to the tire as from the side of the fender to the tire. for that perfect fit look.
With stock wheels and tires can I achieve this with the stock bolts?
Thanks
It still amazes me that Chevy sent a Z06 out the door this jacked up !
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From: san antonio TX
Originally Posted by t56gen3
Here's mine with cut front bushings and longer rear bolts:
That **** looks good! any tips on what bolts to get for the rear? are the longer ones maxed out on yours?
Also my Z is not as high as Toque's ride, that thing looks like a old 4x4 dodge truck!
much better now though!!!
monday is the day , I will charge at it with a hacksaw and longer rear bolts in hand!! wish me luck!
Burning Brakes
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From: McKinney TX
Originally Posted by Z0 Broke
That **** looks good! any tips on what bolts to get for the rear? are the longer ones maxed out on yours?
Also my Z is not as high as Toque's ride, that thing looks like a old 4x4 dodge truck!
much better now though!!!
monday is the day , I will charge at it with a hacksaw and longer rear bolts in hand!! wish me luck!
Also my Z is not as high as Toque's ride, that thing looks like a old 4x4 dodge truck!
much better now though!!!
monday is the day , I will charge at it with a hacksaw and longer rear bolts in hand!! wish me luck!
Safety Car
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From: Long Island NY
Are you guys lowering BOTH the front and rear, or just the front. Do I have to buy anything to do it, or you just adjust the bolts? its that easy?
I just bought my first vette (01 Z06) and I am clueless about how to lower but I'd like to do it.
I just bought my first vette (01 Z06) and I am clueless about how to lower but I'd like to do it.
Burning Brakes
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From: McKinney TX
Originally Posted by kbreese
Are you guys lowering BOTH the front and rear, or just the front. Do I have to buy anything to do it, or you just adjust the bolts? its that easy?
I just bought my first vette (01 Z06) and I am clueless about how to lower but I'd like to do it.
I just bought my first vette (01 Z06) and I am clueless about how to lower but I'd like to do it.
