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Discussion in 'VR - VS Holden Commodore (1993 - 1997)' started by 1998GTS, Mar 11, 2010.

  1. 1998GTS

    1998GTS New Member

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    Hi guys.

    Can anybody tell me what the best way to lower my car.I don't want anything that going to give me a hard ride,as it's used for going on long road trips.

    Thanks for your help.
     
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    just buy lowered springs
     
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    But does that no put to much pressure on the standard shock.Don't want to have to replace shocks evry 6 months.
     
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    your best bet is looking for full FE2 suspension, its 34mm lower than stock (sedan live axle) and the ride is great to.
     
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    i actually have a full FE2 suspension set up from a VR BT1 for sale, shame your not in vic.
     
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    well i have never had any problems with my shocks and there stock and i am using super lows and there been in for a good 16months
     
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    Ok.Thanks mate.What's your ride like?
     
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    Bugger.That's a shame.
     
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    Haydz Fasten your seatbelts

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    it really depends what you want.

    go to a suspension joint. tell them what you want and theyll point you in the right direction.

    id say it would include either low springs and standard shocks.

    or super low springs and shortened travel shocks.

    the latter is more expensive and will look and perform better. but also be slightly more bumpy.
     
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    Reaper Tells it like it is.

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    The only way to change ride height without loosing ride quality are coil overs. Somewhat expensive but will do the job and you can set pretty much any ride height you like.

    Reaper
     
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    Thanks Reaper.Think i'll head down that road,just gotta try and find a suppier here in NZ!!
     
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    i agree, ive got fe2 on my vs and the ride is great and it has a much more aggressive/sporty stance compared to stock.
     
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    i had fe2 in my old vr was a good height and feel good on long trips, realy makes it feel sporty and corners very well
     

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