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Old 08-13-10, 08:23 AM
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Hello CL family, I'm new to the club and I have just purchased a set of Zenetti 20inch wheels 8 1/2 tire size 245 35 20 in the front, and rears are 10inch 275 35 20. After putting them on, the car rose about an inch and 1/2. That didn't happen with my old 18 inch wheels. I wanna know what the best cheapest way to lower the car 1-1 1/2 inch without scraping or making the ride too stiff.
Not looking to race and go fast, just cruise"n and looking sweet...please give advise.
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u know u posted in the GS section asking about a SC? PM a mod and ask them to move this to the SC section
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best and cheap dont mix....

BEST: coilovers
CHEAP: cut yo springs yo.

and yes this is 2GS Territory!!
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Originally Posted by vwynn
best and cheap dont mix....

BEST: coilovers
CHEAP: cut yo springs yo.

and yes this is 2GS Territory!!


ESPECIALLY the bold part
Old 08-13-10, 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by MySc4fever
Hello CL family, I'm new to the club and I have just purchased a set of Zenetti 20inch wheels 8 1/2 tire size 245 35 20 in the front, and rears are 10inch 275 35 20. After putting them on, the car rose about an inch and 1/2. That didn't happen with my old 18 inch wheels. I wanna know what the best cheapest way to lower the car 1-1 1/2 inch without scraping or making the ride too stiff.
Not looking to race and go fast, just cruise"n and looking sweet...please give advise.

A mild spring like the Tanabe NF210 will lower your SC 1.2"/0.8" (F/R) while keeping your ride quality close to stock.
Old 08-14-10, 05:54 AM
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Thanks for the help, and I just requested them to move this thread to the sc400 forum.
Much love....Club Lexus family
Old 08-15-10, 09:17 PM
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I had the NF210s, and they should give you the drop you're looking for.
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Best is not coilovers...Hes not trying to track his car he just wants it to lower an inch. Lowering springs would be the best choice. It will lower your car and be light on the wallet
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Hack saw blade 45 cents. Cut the coils.
But it will be like a cheap haircut.
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How about lots of fat friends
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Buy 10 rice bags and strategically place them around the car!
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Get 19'' wheels
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