Yeah, it just doesn't look right.
How much lower would you suggestb
I think most people go for a 30-40mm drop from memory.Originally Posted by mylifeasbenjamin
I agree with you, all the stock astras look way too high at the back end, I think the tubos look worse than the 4-doors though. Not sure why - maybe because it's a shorter car - but the back looks stupidly high.
Cheers
M
It's the same length as the 5dr hatch,
Turbos engine weighs more, front springs are also 15mm lower than the standard astra, spread are the same so that's why
Are they really the same length?? I was sure the turbos were shorter.It's the same length as the 5dr hatch,
Turbos engine weighs more, front springs are also 15mm lower than the standard astra, spread are the same so that's why
Otherwise good to know, didn't even think about heavier engine! Cheers mate.
M
hatch is shorter than sedan.
sri and srit springs are 15mm lower all round than other model springs.
04 Astra Sri - Silver - Full red leather interior - mk4 888 wheels - Star light roof lining - lowered - ice - exhaust - vxr brakes - quite a few other things.
my ride - no longer faster than qlds sri-t's
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04 Astra Linea Rossa - Build thread
This is my silver TS with a 35mm drop
That looks so much better! That'll be the first thing on the list of things to do after I get my new ECU put in!
I've been looking on the web at different springs that are supposed to lower the astra, I came across these on eBay and wondered your opinions on them:
http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/150710737237
If these are okay, what would be the procedure to fit them, is it as simple as just putting them in, or do I need to have a wheel alignment done or any thing.
Ben
Rear is easy as.
Jack up the car put on stands, wheels on, undo the lower shock absorber screw on both sides beam will drop down and springs come out, new springs in screw back in the shock, wheels on and lower.
Front
The whole strut needs to come out. So jack up, stands, wheels off, disconnect sway bar link, and brake carriers, You will need spring compressors to stop any recoil from the spring. Dismantle strut, (may need new top mounts) springs out new ones in, reassemble everything....
You will need a WHEEL ALIGNMENT AFTER DOING THE FRONTS.
Just also, my car is sitting on 18's, may look slightly different with your set up.That looks so much better! That'll be the first thing on the list of things to do after I get my new ECU put in!
King springs are alright, Eibach's are pretty popular on this forum too
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