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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 08:13 PM
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Default lowering question....how low?
On stock bolts, how low should I be able to drop the suspension?
I got about an inch is all.
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 08:15 PM
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It varies up to 1 1/2 or so but that is about normal. Some get more. I got more out of the rear but then had to raise it a bit for looks.
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That's about right. I got about an inch and a quarter. Be sure to get an alignment after a 100 miles or so.

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Originally Posted by csexton
That's about right. I got about an inch and a quarter. Be sure to get an alignment after a 100 miles or so.

Chuck

let it settle, give it a month or so, on stock bolts, your front valance will only be about an 1 1/2" off the pavement. dont sacrafice day to day comfort by slamming it.......you're only looking for trouble.
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