2011 GS front splitter height
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2011 GS front splitter height
Hello,
I just picked up a 2011 GS Coupe and driving back home I noticed that it is really low and I have to come to complete stop on speed bumps. It does scrape the lower air dam.
I measured from the ground to the lip of the Splitter and it is 4". Seller said he did not turn lowering bolts. If any one has this same model I would appreciate if they could check their height and respond to my post.
Other than this one issue, I really like the car and the previous owner really took pride in keeping it in excellent condition.
Thanks,
Jim
I just picked up a 2011 GS Coupe and driving back home I noticed that it is really low and I have to come to complete stop on speed bumps. It does scrape the lower air dam.
I measured from the ground to the lip of the Splitter and it is 4". Seller said he did not turn lowering bolts. If any one has this same model I would appreciate if they could check their height and respond to my post.
Other than this one issue, I really like the car and the previous owner really took pride in keeping it in excellent condition.
Thanks,
Jim
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Tempted to take a jack hammer and remove the 5 speed bumps in our sub.
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You are most likely hitting the air dam under the nose rather than the splitter. While I haven't measured mine it looks like it is about 3 inches or less off the ground. Mine hits almost everything and is beat up but it is tough and I can replace it later if I want. Angle entry and crossing is your friend. At first I freaked every time I heard that scraping noise, now I am used to it. The splitter is not normally damaged unless there is a major dip or bump or if you hit a parking curb.
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