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Old May 22, 2005 | 05:50 AM
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Hi Gang. I just got some 940 SportMax Racing wheels put on 15 x 7 Black on my Yellow box and used stock tires for now. after looking at this set-up I think it would look sweet with a drop. but how much and what springs to get???? Thanks for any help New to all this
Old May 22, 2005 | 06:52 AM
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depends on the drop..u looking for a slammed ride or dropping a inch :p
Old May 22, 2005 | 07:01 AM
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Old May 22, 2005 | 07:39 AM
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the search will hit you with all you need on springs

i for one love my h-techs!
Old May 22, 2005 | 11:53 AM
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id go with h&r sport springs! h&r best spring company ever!
Old May 22, 2005 | 02:34 PM
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Lets start with 1 inch and thanks Guys!!!!
Old May 22, 2005 | 03:31 PM
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For a 1-inch drop, TRD springs retain a comfortable ride, nearly that of stock.
Old May 22, 2005 | 05:41 PM
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I love my Tanabe df 210's (2 inch drop)
Old May 22, 2005 | 05:59 PM
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I'll be getting Goldlines (2 inch drop) USA made and said, also, to be super good ride and look.

will report later on. One inch drop is very conservative. Two inch drop with stock tires is still conservative.

dread the wheel gap
dread the dreaded wheel gap


Old May 22, 2005 | 06:01 PM
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run goldlines they match the exterior of your car, 2" drop all the way around, I will give you a smoking deal.

I lowered this one for a club member and Buddy of mine.
here is picture of stock versus goldline
Old May 23, 2005 | 01:05 AM
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If you want a 1" drop go for the TRD.
Old May 23, 2005 | 04:05 PM
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1in drop on 15's with stock tires will look like my 18's with 215/35 tires.

See my TRD install before and after pics, pretty mild IMHO. Very comfortable ride, better than stock.
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Old May 24, 2005 | 12:06 AM
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Thanks Guys!!!!
eggie Super Clean Box.... I think I will also go with with TRD springs
Old May 25, 2005 | 11:34 PM
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htechs from tein also hit you with a 1"+ drop
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