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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 02:01 AM
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Seen some belltech lowering kits. was thinking of doing a 2-3 drop to get that good stance look. which is the best kit to buy or does it matter ?
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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 02:03 AM
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What do you want to do up front, Springs, Spindles or Lower Control Arms.
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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 02:05 AM
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what would be better.
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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 02:05 AM
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i see you got a 3/4 drop how you like that one. to low ? and how much of a pain was instal
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Old Dec 27, 2008 | 02:19 AM
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Spindles maintain Stock suspension geometry(will ride close to stock) which is a plus, alignment is usually closer(still should get it alighned).

Shocks are stiffer(thats what i have) better handling around corners, not as smooth over bumps.

LCA's rides close to stock(sometimes with more bumpsteer, usually with bigger drops though)


I like my drop alot, Im at the average passenger car height its not too low.
Installing springs wasnt bad at all, i did it myself in the street in front of my house.

The back to install hangers required grinding and removing 12 rivits(big ones) and then replacing the hangers. It was a pain, but with the right tools,it shouldnt be to bad.
This all has been covered many times but this will give you an idea, Search away, and then if you have more questions ask away
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