New; From Vancouver!
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New; From Vancouver!
Hey guys! I've been lurking here for a while, but now I'll introduce myself
I picked up a 1991 LS a while ago for a RETARDED steal at an auction-based dealership nearby. 210,000 km's, silver, grey leather interior, no accidents since 1993 according to the Carfax and that was only about $500. It has a rather noticeable dent on the bottom of the passenger rear door, paint chip about 3 inches large on the front left bumper corner, and the left rear bumper corner as well. Other than that it's mint, clean interior, nice paint, everything works perfectly.
Only thing I did was buy some 19" 5Zigen Sport Engine SC3000's for it. I think they fit it really well. Today I just finished throwing in some Megan EZ streets, it was absolute gravy. Easier than installing lowering springs in the '94 mustang I had last, I was shocked. My fitment isn't so great yet, I'm going to give them two weeks to settle and work themselves in before I start tinkering. Here's a sneak peek
The block of wood is so I could get my jack out from underneath, lol.
You can see that big rear door dent there.
In 2 weeks I'm going to get some wheel spacers for the front (I'm thinking 1 or 1.5 inch; i'll measure when it's time and make sure i get the perfect size.), stance it and do the exhaust. This is my daily driver as well
Stoked to get to know everyone here!
-Eric
I picked up a 1991 LS a while ago for a RETARDED steal at an auction-based dealership nearby. 210,000 km's, silver, grey leather interior, no accidents since 1993 according to the Carfax and that was only about $500. It has a rather noticeable dent on the bottom of the passenger rear door, paint chip about 3 inches large on the front left bumper corner, and the left rear bumper corner as well. Other than that it's mint, clean interior, nice paint, everything works perfectly.
Only thing I did was buy some 19" 5Zigen Sport Engine SC3000's for it. I think they fit it really well. Today I just finished throwing in some Megan EZ streets, it was absolute gravy. Easier than installing lowering springs in the '94 mustang I had last, I was shocked. My fitment isn't so great yet, I'm going to give them two weeks to settle and work themselves in before I start tinkering. Here's a sneak peek
The block of wood is so I could get my jack out from underneath, lol.
You can see that big rear door dent there.
In 2 weeks I'm going to get some wheel spacers for the front (I'm thinking 1 or 1.5 inch; i'll measure when it's time and make sure i get the perfect size.), stance it and do the exhaust. This is my daily driver as well
Stoked to get to know everyone here!
-Eric
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Welcome. I'd agree that that was a steal as well. As you've been lurking for a while you already know this site is just chock full of LS enthusiasts who really know what they're talking about. This site has really saved me time, money and headaches!
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welcome from a fellow new member. I agree with Drs23, I've only been on here about 3 days and already have received many great tips and instructions on how to improve my ls400.
This is a great place to be for anyone with an ls400.
This is a great place to be for anyone with an ls400.
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Thanks! yeah, i've already got some sweet tips from searching around :]
This is my car today! Not having any rubbing issues so far, i don't know if they will settle more or not. Drove around with 3 people in the car today, still no rub and I only stiffened up the front damper 3 clicks, the rears are unchanged damper and max low. The ride is awesome! I'm sure i'll have to raise the fronts when I get spacers, i measured about 20mm to get a small amount of poke so I'll be getting those soon. I'll definitely try at my current height and see how it fares
I know, not super aggressive, but keep in mind this is my daily driver. Doesn't mean I won't be making it lower and wider though.. soon. Kind of miffed that's as low as I can get in the rear, it is a little better with me sitting in it.
This is my car today! Not having any rubbing issues so far, i don't know if they will settle more or not. Drove around with 3 people in the car today, still no rub and I only stiffened up the front damper 3 clicks, the rears are unchanged damper and max low. The ride is awesome! I'm sure i'll have to raise the fronts when I get spacers, i measured about 20mm to get a small amount of poke so I'll be getting those soon. I'll definitely try at my current height and see how it fares
I know, not super aggressive, but keep in mind this is my daily driver. Doesn't mean I won't be making it lower and wider though.. soon. Kind of miffed that's as low as I can get in the rear, it is a little better with me sitting in it.
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so...some ?s if you dont mind...even though Megan claims fitment for only 95+, the ez street bolted up fine on your gen1? also, what settings did you use?
my 91 is laying on the tires while I try to decide what to buy...I like a ride similar to stock, but at a slightly lower ride height...looks like you nailed the height I am looking for!
my 91 is laying on the tires while I try to decide what to buy...I like a ride similar to stock, but at a slightly lower ride height...looks like you nailed the height I am looking for!
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The Megan's were prototyped on the ucf10(89-94), so they will work. Most dealers have them listed for 89-00 iirc.
They will not get you close to a stock ride. A nice set of springs and shocks will though.
They will not get you close to a stock ride. A nice set of springs and shocks will though.
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thanks j2. I may be rethinking that...because like cobalt I dig the stance on hodson's ls4. I can accept a new ride...heck, I cant really tell you with any certainty what the stock ride was really like anyway as I still have the original air susp...of course, there is no more air!
I will drive her quite a bit (nearly DD)...but in particular I want her for a nice cruising ride. I drive my jeep and truck a lot around town (daily in winter). hence, I want her to look great and ride nice.
do you all think the megans dropped a bit and set up a little firm will get me there?
how would you describe your ride Hodson?
I will drive her quite a bit (nearly DD)...but in particular I want her for a nice cruising ride. I drive my jeep and truck a lot around town (daily in winter). hence, I want her to look great and ride nice.
do you all think the megans dropped a bit and set up a little firm will get me there?
how would you describe your ride Hodson?
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Mine are currently on maximum firm on the front and are still definitely soft. In fact I'm trying to find a way to stiffen them up since I just threw some spacers on. The ride I would describe as comfortable but still sporty. Definitely really good for daily driving! Yes, the 95-00 coilovers bolt directly into an 89-94, manufacturers will even tell you it fits if you phone them. They're all just listed for 95-00 for some reason. Rears in that picture are maximum low, fronts could go lots lower but I obviously didn't want to lol. I did get fender liner rub, my wheels are 19x9 on the front I believe with 235/35s. I do not remember the offset, I bought these wheels second hand. I think +48 but I don't know for sure (fitment was awful; used 20mm spacers to get flush) now with the spacers I do not rub the liner, but now hit the fender.. God dammit, right? hah.
But. To put it simply, yes megan EZs are really good for the price and have a good ride. I wouldn't recommend for any racing purposes due to the overall softness, but for putting on your daily driver to get a good stance with a comfy ride and a good price tag, these are pretty perfect.
But. To put it simply, yes megan EZs are really good for the price and have a good ride. I wouldn't recommend for any racing purposes due to the overall softness, but for putting on your daily driver to get a good stance with a comfy ride and a good price tag, these are pretty perfect.