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Those with Vertex kits; Can you make it over driveways, dips and bumps?

Old Jan 27, 2006 | 02:08 PM
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Default Those with Vertex kits; Can you make it over driveways, dips and bumps?

I'm planning on the half kit soon but think it would look a bit clumsy with the stock height. I'm going to lower it about 1/2 inch at most but I'm worried about major scraping. I'm going to make a decision next week.
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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 03:17 PM
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You will scrape even at stock height with most body kits, since they bring the front end a bit down. If you're worried about scraping, stick with Urethane or PFRP... fiberglass will not survive 2-3 run-ins with a driveway.
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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 03:25 PM
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I'm currently dropped about .8"-1" & going over driveways is not bad. My car is my daily driver & I don't feel I'm struggling over every bump. Obviously if it's steep, you'll need to drive carefully over a bump/driveway or avoid them if it's going to be a major issue. This is true even at stock setup. Personally, it's the dips that I hate the most & try to avoid.
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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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So you think I will be Ok with a .5 inch drop?
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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by charlie_rdstr_Z
So you think I will be Ok with a .5 inch drop?
Yes. I think you'll be fine but you cannot completely avoid scraping. It will happen.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by GTNPU Z
Yes. I think you'll be fine but you cannot completely avoid scraping. It will happen.
I don't like the sound of that.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:47 PM
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if ur not scraping, you're not low enough
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:52 PM
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i drop 1.5 and don't have any problem. How? always keep in mind this:

5 seconds will save you $500.

SLOW DOWN and drive 45 degree when you get to a driveway or bump.
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