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Old 09-04-12, 11:04 PM
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Default My GS430 is finally lowered! YAY!

Hey all! its been almost 5 months now since i got my gs430 and you prolly seen most of my post about my car. Well so far i have done the following since i got it in April... TTE Rep Front lip, poly sway bushing, poly steering bushing, chrome trunk bar, sound system, resonator delete, 20" staggered wheels, and recently last week lowered on Megan EZ street coilover.

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Old 09-04-12, 11:10 PM
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if anyone can tell me what setting i should leave my coilovers on or whats best for DD?
Old 09-04-12, 11:19 PM
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Set it on 5-7 then test drive it. I'd also try to get rid of the bat wing on your bat mobile during your test drive =p

Looking good though bro!
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leave them where they are at... looks dope lol. I just picked up and identical 430 yesterday, cant wait to start modding it.
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Originally Posted by YxUxMADDDD
Set it on 5-7 then test drive it. I'd also try to get rid of the bat wing on your bat mobile during your test drive =p

Looking good though bro!
i have it 8 clicks from soft. it rides pretty good but what would happen if i set it on full stiff?? kinda new to coils... Thanks for calling my whip the "bat mobile" loL!!! As i recall bat wings are what us guys get on a super hot day.. LOL!!!!
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Originally Posted by sLOWaristo
leave them where they are at... looks dope lol. I just picked up and identical 430 yesterday, cant wait to start modding it.

Thanks bro! congrats on your pick up, it wont be long till you see your bank acct "Overdrawn" 2 Chaiinnnzzzz LOL!! It didnt take me long.
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Looks a whole lot better lowered! As for settings it really depends on your ride preference, rubbing issue, etc. So adjust and test drive it.
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Looks good! I'd leave the spoiler for now.
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looks goood! but your a brave soul driving on 20's lowered lol.
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Its only 20s. Nothin special.. Lol!
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Originally Posted by CptCrunch
i have it 8 clicks from soft. it rides pretty good but what would happen if i set it on full stiff?? kinda new to coils... Thanks for calling my whip the "bat mobile" loL!!! As i recall bat wings are what us guys get on a super hot day.. LOL!!!!
I had mines at full stiff on stance coilovers with 10k/8k spring rate and the rides like chopped springs. The softer it is, the more it absorbs. If you're going over a small bump at 40 and your setting is at soft and at the drop you're at, your uca would most likely knock and you will have rubbing issues. As stated previously, you would have to keep adjusting and test driving to your liking. I'm currently at 6 click from soft in front and full stiff on rears. I'm still playing with mines though and I'm on stock 16 and tucking! I recently raised it to the top of the tires until I get rims. Hope that helps! 20's look good btw. I'd rock 20's cause tires are cheaper than 19's and 18's too small.. But that's just me. As far as the batwing, you can use it for cover from the sun or a coat hanger!

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Does your tire get caught in the rear fender well when driving on the freeway and hitting a dip? Im having this problem with my 20s and ez's. Car looks good!
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Originally Posted by CptCrunch
Its only 20s. Nothin special.. Lol!
My how times have changed. What's funny is that you wouldn't have said this ten years ago...LOL

Looks good homie. Love the black
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good start man. take the wing out..and just cover it up with black tape. hahahaha..thats what i did for a lil while till i had it welded up at the shop.
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Looks good!!! congrats


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