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Old 02-13-2011, 05:56 PM
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I'm thinking about lowering the rear only; will this do any harm to the suspension or throw off the handling?
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Old 02-13-2011, 06:06 PM
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If the rear sits lower than the front the active handling system won't be happy.
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Old 02-13-2011, 06:13 PM
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you definately want to lower the front and rear not only will it ride funny but also look funny
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Old 02-13-2011, 07:46 PM
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you definately want to lower the front and rear not only will it ride funny but also look funny
Okay I should have explained it better....I want to lower the rear so it's level with the front...so I don't have that 70's-80's jacked up rearend look that I have now..... does this make sense?
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Old 02-13-2011, 07:58 PM
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You want to maintain some rake, or you will have active handling issues.
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Old 02-13-2011, 07:59 PM
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Aerodynamically and handling wise, the front end is supposed to be approximately 3/8" to 1/2" lower. If level it can generate lift at higher speeds.
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Originally Posted by HowlinC5
If the rear sits lower than the front the active handling system won't be happy.
Wrong. Active handling would not be an issue. On the other hand, lift at high speeds would....
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