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Old May 1, 2005 | 04:44 PM
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Default Lowering question?????Cutting bushings
Is it possible to cut the front bushings without removing anything suspension wise? I ve tried to take all of the weight off the spring with a second jack but cat get enough room to do any cutting.Any tips fpr me?
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I unbolted the two bottom shock bolts and it let the arm fall a little bit farther. Enough to do the cutting. Thanks Greg.....
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Thanks!!!Ill try it today as im under there detailing anyway.
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Is there any links on a how to for lowering it.
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lots of info in the how to section here on the forum.I just want to go lower than what the adjustment bolt will allow.
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Originally Posted by Raced Guy
Is there any links on a how to for lowering it.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...D=90&TopicID=1

this should help
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Cut mine with a reciprocating saw. Took nothing off.
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