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25-06-2008, 01:24 PM
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so just wondering if i lower the front of my xc with proper v8 lowering springs do i have to use lowering shock absorbers as well thanks for any info
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25-06-2008, 01:27 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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changing the shocks will always be reccomended but depending if you wanna drop it more then 1.5-2 inches you shouldnt have any problems. just a rougher ride
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25-06-2008, 03:04 PM
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MIGHTY MAGPIES 2010
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So I Am Not Sure What You Are Saying Fev Can I Use Normal Height Shockies On A Lowered Car Or Should I Buy Lowered Ones I HAVE JUST PUT 2 INCH LOWERING SPRINGS IN IT
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25-06-2008, 03:18 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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See how the ride is before you go doin anythin else then.. Or ask a suspension specialist if it may cause any damage.. usually the only problem is a bad ride since theres less travel in the shocks because of the lowered springs
You can use standard shocks with lowered springs. most people do but if you wanna keep a good ride and extra handling because thats taking 2 inches out of the shock travel get some sports shocks for it
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25-06-2008, 03:52 PM
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Depends on suspension travel on bump if the coil spring doesn't bind or hits bump stops .. The shock rod maybe too long ... a way around this is to space the top of shock higher with longer bolts and spacers under tripod on top of shock mounting
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25-06-2008, 04:23 PM
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a question regarding stock absorbers
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