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Old 07-17-08, 07:17 PM
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Quick question,
how low do you think I should lower my IS with 18inch rims (40 tire profile)?
I already have Tokico HP gas shocks
Old 07-17-08, 07:21 PM
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I was thinking of Lowering it 1.4"(in the front and rear) with the eibach sportline kit.
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Go for it bro.. I think eibach sportline is better then prokit cuz the prokit drop not low enough... DO IT..
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i used the Pro Kit with 18's and its perfect great for daily driving
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stagger wheels = 215-40-18

non stagger wheels = 225-40-18
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non stagger wheels 225/40/18
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Originally Posted by JDM LEXUS
non stagger wheels 225/40/18
Well there are so many question u will ask for..

How low u want drop?

How wide the rims?

What the offset?

U need to explain more info..
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i dont want the drop more than 1.5".
The rims are 8" wide
and +45 offset
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You're going to be fine at that height with those specs
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Originally Posted by VIS250P
Well there are so many question u will ask for..

How low u want drop?

How wide the rims?

What the offset?

U need to explain more info..
I have a 03 Lexus i300 and I want to lower mine but I don't want to be slammed I just want fitment and no wheel gap ! My tires are 225/45
My rims are 18s 8.5 wide all around ! And I need help I don't know what extra stuff I will need to buy !
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I used Megan Racing coil overs for lowering my IS. You can get wheel spacers to help with the wheel gap
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i've heard good things from my buddy with the megans too
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