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I am going to be running QA1 springs and shocks up front, but was wondering if it was worth it to go with a different spring (v6, eibach drag, etc.) in the rear, or if it would just be a waste of money..
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Originally Posted by Out1aw
I am going to be running QA1 springs and shocks up front, but was wondering if it was worth it to go with a different spring (v6, eibach drag, etc.) in the rear, or if it would just be a waste of money..
Like Madman said the stock rear is fine or if you are looking to lower it slightly we sell our rear lowering spring seperately(part # SP003) and does not have an ill effect on the 60' of the car.
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You can also just remove the rubber isolators for a slightly lower stance on the stockers.
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Originally Posted by Harley-Davidson88
You can also just remove the rubber isolators for a slightly lower stance on the stockers.
Yes, but keep in mind that it will ride slightly rougher as the rubber isn't there to absorb.
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Use the stock rear spring
Agreed, stock springs work great
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Yes, but keep in mind that it will ride slightly rougher as the rubber isn't there to absorb.
I noticed no difference.
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you can do the hose mod to the springs if you remove the cups. it will still sit lower
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