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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 03:32 PM
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When lowering you car with the stock bolts, about 1 inch. Do you need to have a front end alignment?

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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 03:58 PM
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Default Re: Lowering Question... (BlackSun!)
A lot of discussion about this in the past. Do a search to read some of the opinions.

I lowered mine with the stock bolts - ended up at 1" lower. I then had 4-wheel alignment done.
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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 03:58 PM
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Absolutely, most definitely.
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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 04:09 PM
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Default Re: Lowering Question... (QuickSilver97)
Yes. Get a four wheel alignment. When lowering you increase negative camber which means your riding on the inside treads of your tires. A good four wheel alignment will also make your car much more controlable during wheel spin on a hard launch.

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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 04:23 PM
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Default Re: Lowering Question... (BlackSun!)
If you lower your car an 1" or more definitly get a 4 wheel alignment. :cheers:
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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 05:04 PM
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Default Re: Lowering Question... (97C5ENVY)
Are the alignment specs same for stock and a lowerd C-5?
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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 08:30 PM
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I have Chrome Z06 Rims with Mich pilots that will be going on next weekend. How much would you suggest lower it? 1 inch or 1.5?
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Old Apr 12, 2002 | 08:45 PM
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I have Chrome Z06 Rims with Mich pilots that will be going on next weekend. How much would you suggest lower it? 1 inch or 1.5?
I suggest 3" ! :eek:
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