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    I have 04 Grand Prix GT and I want to lower it but I was told shouldn't get coilovers so which springs should I get to get the car Lower ?


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    SSC springs.

    Canuck motor sports makes them, buy directly from them to save money.

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    ok cool thanks a lot


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    I like my Vogtlands so far.
    2005 GTP - Graystone Metallic|SPO grills&spoiler/SE lip/Carbon Fiber INFERNO hood
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    Spectre|3.4 MPS|42lb Blue Giants+E85+Walbro 450lph pump
    SpeedDaddys|AL605|Vogtlands on FE3s|Vinnie's Spacers on solid lowers|Intense poly uppers|
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    http://www.canuckmotorsports.com/cat_car_domestic.html

    I used the 04-08 on my 04 but I think the 97-03 would probably look better and give a more even wheel gap.
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    SSC FTW.....

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    You guys all running stock struts on the SSC? I definitely want some drop, but if I was to install new struts too are stock fine or something else? Also have to rework the downpipe before I do this which kinda sucks.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bandook View Post
    You guys all running stock struts on the SSC? I definitely want some drop, but if I was to install new struts too are stock fine or something else? Also have to rework the downpipe before I do this which kinda sucks.
    I started with 85k FE3s then switched to new FE3s at 105....it improved the ride....drop is the same.
    Those GP guys will use the KYB GR-2 or AGXs usually.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bandook View Post
    You guys all running stock struts on the SSC? I definitely want some drop, but if I was to install new struts too are stock fine or something else?
    I put Monroe Sensa-Tracs in. Rides way better than the worn out leakers they replaced.
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    OK. I wasn't sure if you had to use special struts that were shorter and made for lowering springs. I've heard of struts blowing out when lowering. Is this only on extreme lowering?
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    no, they'll take a beating with a more aggressive time table. stock struts aren't valved appropriately for the higher spring rates of the lowering springs.

    they'll work, but you'll go through them faster.
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    but before I get the springs , I gotta get rid of these blacked out hub caps ASAP.


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    If you want to retain stock ride quality, getting the Vogtlands is the right route.
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