Shortened Struts?

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · Nov 24, 2001

Well you guys know I have the GC KONI setup... So tell me are H&R coilover a shortened strut... because that is what is limiting my height and making the ride so damn rough... my struts are squished alllll the way down. I have a freind with a Teg and he has shortened struts for his coilovers and the car is slammed and he has like 3 inches he can still go... Im just wondering could you guys let me know??

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · #2 · Nov 24, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

5 bucks for a response?

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · #3 · Nov 24, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

Anyone?

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · #4 · Nov 24, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

BUMP

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twilk

· #5 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

I don't know.

I'll respond to anything for 5 bucks

Do you need my paypal info

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yello90g60

· #6 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

kyle now that your car is down for a while you have way to much time on your hands

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Daemione

· #7 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (yello90g60)

Koni sells shortened struts - I think they come with the dual-adjustability conversion. Cost an arm & a leg, though - probably the same price to get a set of true coilovers.
I'm sure any reputable coilover (like the H&R) have struts sized properly for an application that's dropped 1.5 to 2.25 inches.
How far are you dropped? Even with shortened struts, there's not much you can do if you're trying to drive around with a 3.5" drop. The only way to do that is have insane spring rates so you don't bottom out the suspension. And then you'll need rebuilt custom shocks to keep the springs in check.
When all is said & done right on a 3" drop, you'll have a slammed ride with about an inch of suspension travel (guesstimate). Springs & shocks will be so stiff to keep from bottoming out, you'll be barely streetable. It'll kick ass on the track, though.

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · #8 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (Daemione)

Yea I have about a 3 inch drop as of now... I dunno though I like how low my rear goes and I see everyone with coilovers tucking there speedlines... I cant tuck my stockies. I emailed GC because I paid the same amount for my setup as a set of regular coilovers. Because right now I think I am almost bottoming out... Hummm anyone have just a front set of FK fully adjustables for sale???? Oh jeez guys I do have too much time on my hands Ahhhhhh

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sickvr666

· #9 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

I was just reading the new Sport Compact Car and H&R has a new setup with shortened struts/shocks!
Thats about all i could tell you

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BlackieVR6

Discussion Starter · #10 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (sickvr666)

Gimme my car back!!!!

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sickvr666

· #11 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (BlackieVR6)

quote:[HR][/HR]5 bucks for a response?[HR][/HR]

you owe me $5 bucks!!!

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twilk

· #12 · Nov 25, 2001

Re: Shortened Struts? (sickvr666)

Hey, wait a minute. I responded first and he didn't specify whether he wanted a correct response, he just wanted a response.

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