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I'm debating on what air suspension to get on my 95 LS400.
Seems like a lot of people go to megan or bilstein + UAS air system.

i read some thread saying the front upper control arm will hit the strut mount before you can lay frame.
i've seen someone notch suspension mounting area so the control arm can go up further.

looking for suggestion and guidance.
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most guys on air arent trying to lay frame since when you do you look MASSIVELY tucked, and it basically looses you any semblance of flushness you may have unless the car is radiused.

but yes, to lay the front subframe down the strut towers have to be cut/clearanced to allow the UCAs to travel.

EDIT: for UCF2x on stock body.
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thanks for the reply. seems like it's not worth the extra work then.
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well for that purpose it isnt.

if you plan on rolling low you're going to have to cut them.
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laying on side skirt ... kyb w/ uas sport bags

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what size wheels are you gonna run and are you planning to have a kit?
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i don't plan to drive around low. but i want to sit low when i'm parked.
i'm planning to run 18" rims for now nothing crazy

i'm thinking getting bilstein + UAS
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