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Old 08-15-2008, 06:02 PM
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Default my suspension is too low....

so here is the problem...
i am using suspension for my TL-01. it is a bit smaller shock than the stock one.

i have everything as tight as i can get it but my car still bottoms out and that really negatively effects drifting.
what can i do?
i like the look of the springs and i really dont want to put the ugly plastic ones back on

thanks for any help!




Old 08-15-2008, 10:46 PM
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run the springs down and make them stiffer
Old 08-16-2008, 12:27 AM
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

im sorry, i dont understand that.
how would i do that?
thanks
Old 08-16-2008, 12:40 AM
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

It is usually done by twisting it clockwise (if it's threaded) or you put spacers in (unthreaded)
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

looking at your shock bodies, they are threaded. turn them clock wise, this will stiffen the spring and not allow the car to be so soft
Old 08-16-2008, 02:34 PM
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

yup that did it!
i have a solid 1/4 inch of clearance now w/ a very firm suspension.
appreciate the help guys!!
Old 08-16-2008, 02:55 PM
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great!! glad it worked out for you
Old 08-19-2008, 02:17 AM
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

another thing to do to get more clearance out of those shocks is to get longer shafts.
Old 08-19-2008, 03:12 PM
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i would love to have a longer shaft!
how would i go about that?
Old 08-19-2008, 04:54 PM
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

Lol...

I think I saw the procedure done on Dr. 90210

I'm even considering getting it done myself
Old 08-20-2008, 12:06 AM
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BAHAHAH..LMAO!!
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no homo lol.

just find the dimensions of your shaft, and look on tower and find one of the same circumfrance but longer.
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Default RE: my suspension is too low....

we do know what you mean. looking at his shocks, they are good enough. with no tension on the springs, it's causing them to sag. run them down a little and good to go[8D]

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