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Old May 15, 2021 | 01:37 AM
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How do lower or raise the c5 suspension? seems the front on mine sits pretty low compared to others. Is there anyway to raise it back up? Just the front the back sits high enough
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If it’s still on the stock bolts it’s not really hard. If it has a lowering kit installed I’m not sure.
Google how to raise or lower C5 on stocks bolts. There is a lot of info about it.
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OP, you want to "tighten" the bolts, to put a little more tension on the spring. Then you'll need to drive it for a while, to give the a-arm bushings some time to move to their new position. And depending on how much you raise the car, you should probably have the wheel alignment checked. And one other thing, C-5s are designed to have a little "aero rake", for stability and proper handling. That means that the front is supposed to sit a little lower than the rear, to get air flowing OVER the hood, and pressing down on the nose. Keep that in mind, as you raise the front.
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