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Rear Wheel Clearance
I have read some of the previous post's regarding wheel clearance standards and saw that 2 inches above the front tires and 3 inches above the rears is a good place to start. I have about 1 inch in the front and the rear tires were actually up in the rear tire wells slightly when I got my car.
I removed the rear tires today to polish the inside of the rims and adjust the coil overs and found the adjustment all of the way up already? Does this mean I need heavier springs or what? Sorry guys just learning here LoL. Thanks Kirk http://www.realtree.com/img/614/medium/SHOCK.JPG |
You could do either higher rate springs or longer springs. If you are happy with the spring rate as is, go for a longer spring with the same rate. The spring rate may be labeled on the spring you have. Others on this board may be able to help recommending rates.
If you measure the spring dimensions (i.d., free length) you can find replacements on-line. You may be able to get free length by unloading the coil and screwing down the perch as far as it will go. Doing that will also give you the approximate length of the new spring you need. Mike |
If it's not rubbing on something and you like the ride/handling, I'd leave it where it is. I never liked much clearence above the tires anyway. It's not a Jeep! Original cars tend to sit that way anyway, so why not leave it.
Oh, if you're polishing the inside of the wheels... you're sick!:LOL: Larry |
Like Larry said...you don't want much of a gap between your tires and fender..ever. But, if you feel the need to raise your car, first place a jack under your frame. Have a friend slowly raise your car while you watch your shock. If the car raises and the shock doesn't extend, you'll have to buy longer shocks and springs to raise the car. But, if it's not rubbing, low is best.
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Thanks guy's for the responces.:D
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