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Old Feb 10, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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I have read the threads on lowering. I am looking at the adjusting bolt in the rear of my Z06. I read on some lowering directions that there is a nut and retaining clip. There is no nut or retaining clip on my bolt. Is this correct?
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Old Feb 10, 2007 | 02:20 PM
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Correct, no retaining clip. use a 10 metric on the top of bolts to spin counter clk wise to lower
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Old Feb 10, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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no problem, got about 1/2 inch in the rear with stock bolts, did 5/8 in the front. I like it.
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Old Feb 16, 2007 | 12:00 AM
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Right, there's no need for a retaining clip there.

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Old Feb 16, 2007 | 07:23 AM
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Has anyone tried to use this adjustment to raise the body height? I'd like to raise the front end 1/4 to 1/2 inch in order to get the front spoiler up a bit. It scrapes every time up go up and down my driveway.
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Old Feb 16, 2007 | 11:43 PM
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yes it has been done.. i can't remember who.... turn it 1 1/2 turns and that should give you about 1/2 inch... if i remember correctly...
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Old Feb 17, 2007 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by rufuspokie
Has anyone tried to use this adjustment to raise the body height? I'd like to raise the front end 1/4 to 1/2 inch in order to get the front spoiler up a bit. It scrapes every time up go up and down my driveway.
Yep, I raised mine. Just turn the adjuster bolts clockwise. As with any ride height adjustment, have the alignment checked after the suspension has a chance to settle.
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