Suspension 60/40 drop Q

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TouringMatt
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Post Wed Mar 15, 2006 7:38 pm

My Touring (6pot) currently sits on standard shocks and saloon (PI i think) -40mm lowering springs there is a little wear in the subframe bushes which helps the back look lower :mad: , this is how is sits (50 series tyres)

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I does not handle too badly two up, but once loaded it sucks, i need to sort it!

Am i right in thinking a specific Touring or Cab -60-40mm suspension kit will lower the front an raise the rear?

I prefer the low level look to the nose down stance, so would a -40/-40mm kit be better for this?

Cheers :D
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Post Wed Mar 15, 2006 7:51 pm

yes 40/40 will give a level look.
the ride wont change to much ethier.
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M5pilot
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Post Wed Mar 15, 2006 7:51 pm

If only I could my camera lead I would show you what mine really sits like.

I will find it - Im determined this time!
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Post Wed Mar 15, 2006 7:57 pm

Your car is already sitting at -40 all round!
It's not lower at the rear at all, the rear arche is lower than the front one....look at the line along the car :roll:
By getting a 60/40 drop it will just stay the same height at the rear but lower on the front.
This does'nt help alot with handling as you still have standard shock's, you need stiffer one's to get what you want :D
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