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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:12 AM
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25mm all around.

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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by coolblue830
This thread has definitely been tempting me to get this done on my stockers while waiting on my wheels but for some reason some of the local installers I've contacted have not been wanting to do it for liability reasons?
I take it you don't have a man card.
Old Feb 22, 2009 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by terrasmak
I take it you don't have a man card.
I agree. Are you not capable of changing a flat tire? This is only a half-tick higher on the difficulty/capability meter.

There is a slight slight slight liability that they could cause your wheels to fall off. But there is also a slight slight slight chance that your door latch will fail, your seat belt will come undone and an unfortunate cross-wind will blow you out of your car while in motion.

The only other possibility for this "liability" statement is the fact that wheel spacers change the stresses on your wheel bearings and can potentially over time cause them to need replacement quicker than normal. But again, not a liability, just a cost of improving the appearance of your vehicle.

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Old Feb 23, 2009 | 04:45 AM
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Yea, this was easy. Actually, you can do it with nothing more than a couple of chocks, the jack and lug wrench in your "Z". (You'll want to drop by somewhere and have the lugs re-torqued soon after.) Give it a try.
Old Mar 9, 2009 | 07:13 AM
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Thought this was a good thread so here is my contribution.

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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 07:22 AM
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What are you dropped on? The car looks great man
Old Mar 9, 2009 | 12:13 PM
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Tanabe GF210's. Thanks!
Old Mar 9, 2009 | 12:16 PM
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Awesome! Every time I see a nice drop it ends up being GF210's.

How long have you had them on? Are you running aftermarket shocks? I wanted to get the GF210's but I talked to a guy that said his factory shocks blew out within 10k miles. I would like it to last a little longer than that. So if I end up buying shocks and springs, I'm thinking I should just suck it up and get coilovers. Ugh... I've been in debate for over a month now. Thoughts?
Old Mar 9, 2009 | 12:23 PM
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looking good = )
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My 2 sets of 25 MM H&R Spacers are for sale! $250 for all four! PM me with interest. They have been on my car for less than 2000 miles. Check it out!

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Old Mar 15, 2009 | 10:07 PM
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WOW lot of good pictures and info on this tread. I want to do this mod!

If I can get a couple of opinions from you that would be great
I have the Sportlines w/ stock 18'aniversary rims..
I'm rolling my fenders. I'm also going to install Tokico Dspecs (as soon as they arrive)

Would the tires rub if i put 30m rear 20m front?? I'm worried that they will because the Sportline drop is supper low...

Thanks also what brand of spacer/cambers would you recommend?
Thanks
Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Nicolasr21
Would the tires rub if i put 30m rear 20m front?? I'm worried that they will because the Sportline drop is supper low...
No, it should be fine. You shouldn't have to roll the rears.
Old Mar 17, 2009 | 11:59 AM
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My rears rubbed the fenders with 25mm spacers and 255/45's lowered of GF210's and camber kit. Stupid tire choice I suppose.
Old Mar 17, 2009 | 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by starvinmrvn
Tanabe GF210's. Thanks!
sorry for being off topic. But, with your setup did you need a camber kit?
Old Mar 17, 2009 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by ryanschram
sorry for being off topic. But, with your setup did you need a camber kit?
You will need both a front and rear camber kit including rear toe bolts if you want to get the camber back into OEM spec with that drop.
Old Mar 17, 2009 | 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by cheshirecat79
You will need both a front and rear camber kit including rear toe bolts if you want to get the camber back into OEM spec with that drop.
well, i have Cobb springs -3/4 Front, -15/16 Rear. does the camber kit still apply?
Old Mar 17, 2009 | 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ryanschram
well, i have Cobb springs -3/4 Front, -15/16 Rear. does the camber kit still apply?
Maybe, maybe not. Normally, the alignment shop can get the fronts back into spec - or nearly so with an inch drop or less. The rear is not adjustable, so manufacturing tolerances will determine whether you are just in or out of spec.

My car was just a bit out of spec both front and rear. My rear tires were beginning to show just a little camber wear when they were replaced. I started with a rear camber kit. That probably was enough. I added front uppers when I had the money - call me ****, I guess.

Based upon your drop - I would guess you are O.K.

(I am running 20mm spacers with a 1" drop F & R)
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Originally Posted by ryanschram
sorry for being off topic. But, with your setup did you need a camber kit?

Sry I never saw this question. But to answer it...Yes I installed rear camber and toe kit and the person was still barely able to get it back into spec. I am not sure if he just didn't spend much time or what.

I did not get one for the front. But the camber is definitely way off. I lost the sheet from the alignment though. I want to say one side was like -2.1? Ran through my front tires fairly quickly. I am still too lazy to put on the kit though.
Old Apr 24, 2009 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Nicolasr21
Would the tires rub if i put 30m rear 20m front?? I'm worried that they will because the Sportline drop is supper low...

Thanks also what brand of spacer/cambers would you recommend?
Thanks
Originally Posted by cheshirecat79
No, it should be fine. You shouldn't have to roll the rears.

I had 25mm rears with the Sportlines, and needed the rears rolled.
Old Jun 9, 2009 | 04:59 PM
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Just got these on, thought I'd make a contribution.

Stock suspension, stock 18" wheels, stock tire sizes. Concept Z Spacers, 30mm rear, 25mm front.

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