How to tell if my xB is lowered
#1
How to tell if my xB is lowered
Hello All,
I have just purchased an 08 xB and it came with 18 inch after market wheels and little else in my opinion has been changed on the vehicle.
My question is - after cruising the forums to get better acquainted with my new ride and get ideas on customizing and personalization I have notice a lot of articles regarding lowering springs and so forth.
I looked under my xB noticed that the springs are red which may indicate that they are not stock.
What other indicators will tell me if it has indeed been lowered?
I can provide some pictures if need be, also I have parked next to what appears to be a stock height xB and was unable to draw a conclusion on if it differed in height.
Thanks in advance for any help for this Scion Newb!
I have just purchased an 08 xB and it came with 18 inch after market wheels and little else in my opinion has been changed on the vehicle.
My question is - after cruising the forums to get better acquainted with my new ride and get ideas on customizing and personalization I have notice a lot of articles regarding lowering springs and so forth.
I looked under my xB noticed that the springs are red which may indicate that they are not stock.
What other indicators will tell me if it has indeed been lowered?
I can provide some pictures if need be, also I have parked next to what appears to be a stock height xB and was unable to draw a conclusion on if it differed in height.
Thanks in advance for any help for this Scion Newb!
#3
easiest way would be to measure from the ground to the top of the wheel arch of a stock scion xb, and then to measure the same on yours. Also, take into consideration the size of the tire. Pretty sure your 18's should be a 225/40/18 to get it close to the stock diameter.
..... Question that just came into my head. Is your xB a release series by any chance?
..... Question that just came into my head. Is your xB a release series by any chance?
#6
thanks to all who chimed in on this, seems like it is lowered, judging from the picture pyroman included.
I will add some pictures in a day or so - my xB is pretty dirty due to rain and working near a construction zone
I would like at least a cleaner car to post, and I did look under the car and was unable to see a logo on the rear springs, also up front the suspension makes kinda a "whoosh" as the front wheels encounter bumps and changes in pavement, like when I enter my garage is this a normal sound?
I guess it could be lowered on all four corners.
Big_Jim, how do I tell what a release series is, forgive me as I am learning all this in big gulps cause I have only owned this car but a few weeks.
Thanks again to all for the input and tips!
I will add some pictures in a day or so - my xB is pretty dirty due to rain and working near a construction zone
I would like at least a cleaner car to post, and I did look under the car and was unable to see a logo on the rear springs, also up front the suspension makes kinda a "whoosh" as the front wheels encounter bumps and changes in pavement, like when I enter my garage is this a normal sound?
I guess it could be lowered on all four corners.
Big_Jim, how do I tell what a release series is, forgive me as I am learning all this in big gulps cause I have only owned this car but a few weeks.
Thanks again to all for the input and tips!
#8
As Pyroman131 said, if you have a release series car, you'll see a release series badge. Otherwise, don't sweat it! Compare what you feel to what you'd like and take the time to see how to get there ! Most aftermarket springs indicate their manufacturer on the coils.
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