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krd 06-30-2009 02:38 PM

quick ride height question
 
Right now my ride height is F-26.5 and R-25.5, I want to lower the front but I don't really want to mess with the rear. What would be the appropriate setting for the front if I leave the rear at 25.5.

barney911rs 06-30-2009 03:26 PM

I don't have any numbers handy in my head, but you need to make sure you keep the proper rake and front to rear weight balance. Lowering just one end of the car can upset that. I'm sure someone will chime in with actual numbers you should use.

Oh Haha 06-30-2009 03:33 PM

The most common set up is front about .5 inch higher than the rear, based on fender measurements. This should show as only a slight rake as the front fenders are shaped differently than the rear.

Based on your numbers, you would want to take the front down to 26.
.5 shouldn't upset your balance if you turn the adjustment bolts equal amounts.

thebng 06-30-2009 03:37 PM

For me it is always what feels right, not necessarily what looks right. I prefer more of a rake with the front lower than spec. IMHO that works best for me. If it doesn't feel right, keep adjusting. It took me a bit of time to figure mine out.

boxster03 06-30-2009 03:38 PM

euro ride height is 25.5 front and 25 rear.

911st 06-30-2009 04:04 PM

You may be limmited by your range of adjustment at the torsion bars. Just do not take the front any lower than the rear (25.5) and let how is looks be your guide. I suspect it would look ok at 25.75. (I have about a .25" split on my car.)

Red Clubbie 06-30-2009 07:54 PM

When I got my car it was set at, 26.25 Front and 25.75 Rear.

I have since dropped the Front to 25.25 and left the rear the same.

It looks to sit on the road much better and drives a treat.

Cheers,

Geoff.


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