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Old May 9, 2004 | 12:51 PM
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Hi, are there any downsides to just dropping the front of my car? Lets say 1", or maybe 1.3" drop in the front. I like the raked look and Im wondering if there are any consequences to doing it.

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Old May 9, 2004 | 02:01 PM
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Other than having to be careful over speedbumps and going up driveways You'll probably need a camber kit to adjust for the drop. Daizen makes a decent (the only?) one.
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Old May 9, 2004 | 06:32 PM
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Brake pads and front rotors will diminish allot quicker, then the rears
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Old May 9, 2004 | 07:33 PM
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Originally posted by DaizenLex
Brake pads and front rotors will diminish allot quicker, then the rears
really, why is that? they do that already due to the weight transfer during braking
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Old May 10, 2004 | 10:45 PM
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There will be more weight distribution then now , and plus there will be less traction in the back
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Old May 11, 2004 | 01:19 AM
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All aftermarket springs have a higher spring rate than stock. Im pretty sure that would totally throw off the handling characteristics of the car.
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