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Old 12-31-2001, 05:04 PM
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Default Ok.. I HAVE to get rid of my fender gap. WHATS the BEST SOLUTION!?!

Ok i hate the 4X4 off road nasty fender gap on my Z28. SOOOOO.. im looking at getting rid of that AND while im at it I might as well work on the suspension/handling a little bit. What the best solution. I was thinking the G2 springs would nice.. i suppose i should do shocks at the same time.. or can I wait on those. Other than that... i want a BMR handling package i think. Bottom line.. get rid of my fender gap-- lower the car-- improve handling-- and not sacrifice traction with my ST3500 and nitto setup Any suggestions from you suspension buffs out there?

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I am satisfied with the Eibach prokit. It lowered just the right amount IMO and the ride really is that rough with my stock shocks, but I have a high tolerence for stuff like that. The car is also a lot flater in the turns at high speeds. And it has performed well at the track too. <img src="graemlins/fluffy.gif" border="0" alt="[Fluffy]" />

I just took some pics of my car if you are interested to see how it looks.

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Just go with some 28" ET Drags and skinny's. Presto - No more gap. <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">

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Fender flairs would be cheapest ...

It was brought to my attention and confirmed, that a '98 F-Body rides slightly lower the '99 and newer. I saw the proof this weekend ... interesting ...

I had Eibach Pros and would bottom the rear suspension on aoccasion and definitely on the track, running high speed turns on R compound tires. Bottoming out is a bad thing!

I've since changed to G2s because the rear springs are progressive.
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You could always use QA1/Hal springs/shocks up front which make the front end adjustable. A few turns of the spanner wrench and lower she goes. Plus the adjustability of the shocks for the track 1/4 mile or twisties is a benefit too.
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[quote]Originally posted by Trans Am WS6 420:
<strong>Just go with some 28" ET Drags and skinny's. Presto - No more gap. <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">

- Matt</strong><hr></blockquote>

I like how this guy thinks. <img src="gr_stretch.gif" border="0">
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pro-kit solved my 4*4 problems and improved handling nicely to the tune of only $200

pics on my website or email me.
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If you want to be cheap you can cut the coil springs, it will change the spring rate. Ask dnrfleet@aol.com he has done this.
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How about some "dubs", "g".

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