How much should I lower it?

[-DSM2NR-]

I obviously need to lower my car but was wondering what kind of springs you guys run and think are the best. How much should I lower my car? I was thinking about 1.2"-1.5" since I don't want the car too low but I still want to lose the masive gap.

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[Sleezy_E]

I would definately do the 1.2" drop, go with Eibach Pro-Kit for that drop. Thats what I have on my car and i LOVE IT. Wish I could show you, but the only pic i have is before the drop. Love the rims BTW

 

[-DSM2NR-]

Thanks for the help. But I wonder how the ride would be without any aftermarket shocks since I don't have any money to get both.
Will the ride quality be affected dramatically?

 

[SneakyMilo]

I wouldn't lower your car without using aftermarket dampers. Your stock units will be on the bumpstops alot even with a small drop. My advice is wait until you can do it well, don't half ass it, especially if you care about ride quality and handling.

 

[MCDGexx]

By dampers do you mean shocks? I"m thinking about Tokica Illuminas and Pro-Kit on my GST

 

[bhop]

I wouldn't lower your car without using aftermarket dampers. Your stock units will be on the bumpstops alot even with a small drop. My advice is wait until you can do it well, don't half ass it, especially if you care about ride quality and handling.

That's why you cut the bumpstops for increased travel. When I still had stock shocks on a 2" drop it never bottomed out.

To the original poster. I also think you should get some nice aftermarket shocks, I personally have Illuminas and love them, but if you can't afford both at once, I wouldn't sweat it. As long as you install everything properly, you shouldn't have a problem with a 1.2" drop. It will be a little more stiff thanks to the increased spring rate, but shouldn't be too bad.