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dan_almond
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12th Oct 05 at 14:57   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

I want to lower my corsa and wonder what the ideal size lowering spring i can use with the standard suspension ( im thinkin 40mm but dont know if its too much ). I dont want to drop the car too much if it makes the ride shite.

Im also on 15" wheels.

Any help?
GTS-T Rob
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12th Oct 05 at 14:59   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

40mm if you dont plan on changing the shocks but id suggest change the shocks and springs and go down 60mm
dan_almond
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12th Oct 05 at 15:36   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Few things then. What shocks do you recomend for a price range of around £300, and how do you go about fitting them?
GTS-T Rob
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12th Oct 05 at 15:45   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

you will be able to buy some 60mm springs with the shocks included as a package mate and for £300 you can expect to get some good ones!

ive never fitted any personally, so i would say take to a garage, but im sure others can advise you on this
Bullet Proof SRi
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rear ones are easy to fit, front are slightly harder as you need springs clamps, but you can buy them for £15
dan_almond
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12th Oct 05 at 17:04   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

So, with the front ones, do i compress the spring before i undo the top strut fixing in the engine bay and remove the whole dampner. Could anyone post a couple of link as to which would be suitable (around £300)

Cheers Lads

 
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