Non z51 lowering options?

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Oct 11, 2020 | 11:15 AM

Whiskerbiscuit

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Non z51 lowering options?

Would like to lower my c8 1"-1.5". Since the base model doesn't have adjustable spring perches, what are my options? Can't seem to find lowering springs.

Oct 11, 2020 | 11:54 AM

B Stead

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Here's a link but they don't give spring rates:

https://www.kwsuspensions.com/chevrolet-c8-corvette

Or maybe wait for a Penske kit where spring rates can be specified.

Also, Bilstein coilovers are available from some Corvette shops and it might be possible to specify spring rates.

The Z51 OEM coilovers could be ordered but lowering the car with less spring pre-load is not a good idea unless stiffer springs are used
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Oct 20, 2020 | 09:28 AM

MassGT

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So in that same vain. If you get 2021 non Z51 with mag ride does that mean you have coil overs?

Oct 20, 2020 | 01:29 PM

MitchAlsup

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Originally Posted by MassGT

So in that same vain. If you get 2021 non Z51 with mag ride does that mean you have coil overs?

All C8s have coil-overs.
Z51 C8s without lift kit have 4 adjustable spring perches.
Z51 C8s with lift kit have 2 adjustable rear spring perches.

Oct 20, 2020 | 01:55 PM

progtp

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Eibach is about to come out with a set of springs. There's a video on youtube.

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