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Old Nov 18, 2023 | 03:12 AM
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I always get great advice on here. I have an 02 Formula. I've installed the Bilstein shock and spring kit from Classic Industries. After measuring the stock height, the new springs lower the front 1/2 inch and the rear 3/4 of an inch. When adding a panhard rod and lower control arms from UMI, would the setup I have be low enough to require an adjustable panhard rod and lca's or would a non adjustable panhard rod and non adjustable lca's work in this situation? Basically, how low requires the adjustable parts? Because I may go with the bmr lowering springs which lower the height 1 1/4". I assume that means on all 4 corners evenly. That would be slightly lower than my current set up.
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Originally Posted by Mezzy
Hey guys,
I always get great advice on here. I have an 02 Formula. I've installed the Bilstein shock and spring kit from Classic Industries. After measuring the stock height, the new springs lower the front 1/2 inch and the rear 3/4 of an inch. When adding a panhard rod and lower control arms from UMI, would the setup I have be low enough to require an adjustable panhard rod and lca's or would a non adjustable panhard rod and non adjustable lca's work in this situation? Basically, how low requires the adjustable parts? Because I may go with the bmr lowering springs which lower the height 1 1/4". I assume that means on all 4 corners evenly. That would be slightly lower than my current set up.
If you're planning on going with BMR lowering springs then yes go with an on car adjustable panhard bar. You'll need to center the rear end after anyways.
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