Lowering Question
Feb 13, 2011 | 05:56 PM
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Instructor
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From: Lafayette IN
Lowering Question
I'm thinking about lowering the rear only; will this do any harm to the suspension or throw off the handling?
Feb 13, 2011 | 06:06 PM
Drifting
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From: Richmond Virginia
If the rear sits lower than the front the active handling system won't be happy.
Feb 13, 2011 | 06:13 PM
Le Mans Master
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From: hamilton alabama
you definately want to lower the front and rear not only will it ride funny but also look funny
Feb 13, 2011 | 07:46 PM
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Instructor
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From: Lafayette IN
Quote:
Originally Posted by
Gitusum
you definately want to lower the front and rear not only will it ride funny but also look funny
Okay I should have explained it better....I want to lower the rear so it's level with the front...so I don't have that 70's-80's jacked up rearend look that I have now..... does this make sense?
Feb 13, 2011 | 07:58 PM
Le Mans Master
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From: Lino Lakes MN
You want to maintain some rake, or you will have active handling issues.
Feb 13, 2011 | 07:59 PM
Burning Brakes
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Feb 14, 2011 | 01:27 AM
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Aerodynamically and handling wise, the front end is supposed to be approximately 3/8" to 1/2" lower. If level it can generate lift at higher speeds.
Feb 14, 2011 | 04:32 AM
Melting Slicks
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
HowlinC5
If the rear sits lower than the front the active handling system won't be happy.
Wrong. Active handling would not be an issue. On the other hand, lift at high speeds would....
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