I,m sure this has been covered before, but i cant seem to find a definite answer. I just threw on a set of Kosei 18" rims with 225/40 tires. The fender gap is still just to much, so I am thinking about a suspension drop. How much lower can i go? The back tire is already so close that I can't even get my pinky finger between the tire and the upper part of the spindle that connects to the upper control arm. Maybe i can't go lower without wheel spacers. I just don't like the idea of the rims sticking out any farther.
#33326, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 2
okay thanks. Well what about clearance on the front? (turning radius). How low do you think? 1.5"...2". I know it depends on offset and all that stuff.
#33328, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 0
I have my car on a set of Goldline springs lowers it 2". It looks perfect, the only thing is all the extra stress you put on the lower ball joints & half shafts in front(have replaced these 2 times since 2008). Make damn sure you get camber kits for both front & rear, if not this low will eat tires up in one season. After doing this, I don't recommend this to anyone for an everyday driver(like I'm currently doing).
As Aaron mentioned earlier get the Eibach pro kit it lowers it 1.2". That is what I got for my next build.
#33329, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 5
Right, 1.5 inch is what i was thinking. So you think at even 1.5 I will need the camber kit front and rear? I'll probably get them anyway...Those low-pro's where not cheap.
#33334, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 7
Originally posted by CODE4 Anytime you alter the suspension geometry, you need to change the camber and toe. Does not matter if it is a 0.5" drop or 3" drop.
The Truth, otherwise, if you end up with too low of a drop than expected, you're just dragging your rear tires. They eat up quick, mostly freeway/highway imo.
It doesn't take much of a lowering to throw the toe/camber out of whack. After you choose your route, just get an alignment to be safe. Oh yeah, low pro's don't sit well on a 2G if your lower than 1.75-2". Just a thought.
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#33335, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 8
Yea well I got the Eibach springs and they are 1.6" front and rear I believe. I knew I would have to get it aligned, it needs it anyway. I was just waiting to get the springs.
Just wasn't sure if I would have to get the camber kit for the front and back, or if i should get the regular camber kit or if I could just get adjustable ball joints. I think the ball joints would be cheaper.
#33336, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 9
This is all stuff that was covered by the forum about 10 years back. But since the news is so ancient now, the bottom line is: with prokits, you don't need a front camber kit. Just do the cheap 15-20 dollar mod for the rear.
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#33414, "RE: 18 inch wheels with lowering springs" In response to Reply # 12
I dropped mine with sportlines and ran a 18inch rims with 225/40 with i believe a 38 or 45 offset. The backs cleared perfect and the fronts rubbed a little. They rubbed on my inner fender linings alot(may be just because there loose) IMO go with 17s they will be lighter and suit the car better.
