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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 08:02 PM
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how to lower on stock bolts on a c5? i tightened the rears and it set it higher, then loosened them and they are almost all the way out and it still looks stock? and what to do on front?
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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 08:30 PM
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Drop on over to the tech section. Go down around 20 or so post. There are several posts in regards to lowering.
Good luck.
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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 08:41 PM
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Here:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...post1575389738


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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 08:58 PM
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thanks alot guys that site doesnt work though
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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 09:13 PM
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try this...

http://frankhunt.com/FRANK/hobbies/c...5_Lowering.htm
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Old Sep 22, 2010 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by gloriacarter
thanks alot guys that site doesnt work though
If you send me a PM with your email I have a couple of word files on lowering that will help.
Mr.Bill

The above link has some good info.
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Originally Posted by gloriacarter
thanks alot guys that site doesnt work though
As I mentioned before. About 20 down on the tech section. Pictures & How to.
This thread.( "Where's the thread about lowering/raising on stock bolts.)
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i really appreciate it guys, big help
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