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Old May 8, 2003 | 10:42 AM
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I could not find anything with a search so I am asking here.
I just completed installing the Z06 suspension on my car.
I want to get the rake and ride height set properly before I align it.
Do I measure the rake from the wheel wells or the frame?
Are the front and back wheel wells at the same height relative to the frame?
Is the proper rake 1"? DO I measure that at the frame or the wheel wells?
Thanks in advance.
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Old May 8, 2003 | 04:17 PM
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Default Re: Question about ride height and rake (fdupny)

I could not find anything with a search so I am asking here.
I just completed installing the Z06 suspension on my car.
I want to get the rake and ride height set properly before I align it.
Do I measure the rake from the wheel wells or the frame?
Are the front and back wheel wells at the same height relative to the frame?
Is the proper rake 1"? DO I measure that at the frame or the wheel wells?
Thanks in advance.
:cheers:
About 1" is the usual number, measured from the edge of the fender over the center of the wheel to the floor. There is wide variation both in the height from the factory and the height after tinkering.
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Old May 8, 2003 | 06:44 PM
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