Lowering The Front End

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by ZaksComet, Mar 28, 2014.

  1. groberts101

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    I'd also look at doing the Arning/Shelby drop as that usually helps reduce ride height and gives other bonuses. That also means fewer coils need to be cut to achieve a more minimal drop.
     
  2. AppMaverick

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    Alot on the forum about this. One day I'll have the balls to do it :coffee:
     
  3. mav1970

    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    I felt that way a long time ago - once you get the first cut and hack into it, they'll be no stopping you then :biglaugh:
     
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    doncomfort MCCI Membership Director

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    Just cut nearly a full coil out of mine. Im anxious to see what happens. Not sure if I have the correct term here, but I have a lot of positive camber (?) Am hoping there is enough adjustment in the lower control arms to correct it. If not, its back to factory springs for a while. I have a few extra sets...;)
     
  5. 71gold

    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    I like the 2" drop spindles on my car...:thumbs2:
     
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    I want mine to float like a butterfly down the road then when I mash the gas it will sting like a bee:rofl2:
     
  7. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    This car has 2" Fatman lowering spindles
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  8. groberts101

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    I like it. Looks like he's running smaller 205 or 215's on the front.
     
  9. ZaksComet

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    I really like the way this sits
     
  10. Crazy Larry

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    That stance looks excellent.
     
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    Anyone know the tire/wheel size from this pic?
     
  12. AppMaverick

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    Just quoting it again in case somebody didn't see the first four :p

    Seriously tho... Sweet looking ride!!!
     

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