Is Lowering Springs Recommended
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RE: Is Lowering Springs Recommended
ORIGINAL: benn_franks
I use to have a 98 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, I had it lowered about "2 and the ride was horrible not to mention lots of suspension problems. I now have 2005 Dodge Magnum with "22 and looking to drop it about a "1 so that the wheel well is just above the tire. Is this going to give me the same bouncy, stiff ride and also cause the suspension problems I got before? Also is there anywhere i can find springs that would give you a "1 drop? Lastly is it recommended or is there something else recommend that would lower the car with out causing problems?
I use to have a 98 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, I had it lowered about "2 and the ride was horrible not to mention lots of suspension problems. I now have 2005 Dodge Magnum with "22 and looking to drop it about a "1 so that the wheel well is just above the tire. Is this going to give me the same bouncy, stiff ride and also cause the suspension problems I got before? Also is there anywhere i can find springs that would give you a "1 drop? Lastly is it recommended or is there something else recommend that would lower the car with out causing problems?
2. If you have already put 22"s on the car make sure you have the differential serviced, typically changing the fluid used.
3. If you have not replaced the suspension bolts in the front do so ASAP. I have had a couple customers who had to buy tires because of a bump causing the tire to hit that bolt.
Part of your ride issue is the size of the tire sidewall. Low profile tires lack the sidewall height to flex and absorb the bumps. I generally recommend 20" rims and higher profile tires so that you get both the style and the ride quality.
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RE: Is Lowering Springs Recommended
If you dont have the tow package you have lots of options! First is Eibach, everyone here that has had it has had no complaints, but at other forums, it is about 50/50. There is another brand KW, which has had rave reviews at other forums, but only 1 person on here has had them and loves them. There is also the AirSuspension system, just add .com to search it, and it has also had some rave reviews, although it is more expensive it is more adjustable, with tons of options to customize it to your preference. Everyone that has lowered it, loves it. The car rides so smooth, that even the lower profiles, and shorter springs dont affect the ride enough to cause you to wish you didnt do it. So if you are thinking about it, do it. Choose what is best for you, and price I am sure will alter your opinion some.
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