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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 10:09 PM
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question about my RS coilovers

I just received my HKS RS coilovers in the mail today, but i'm facing a problem. I was planning on dropping the car an inch at the most. So should I just get the camber kit now and save two alignments, or do you think there's a chance I'll be fine without it? What would I need to get my specs back to OEM? Thanks.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 10:31 PM
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Get it now young Jedi!
 
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 10:56 PM
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Can someone link me to what I need? I'm clueless when it comes to camber kits, etc. Thanks.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by areddy14
Can someone link me to what I need? I'm clueless when it comes to camber kits, etc. Thanks.

I replied to your pm, it it you'll find links and a short run down that I hope helps.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 11:34 PM
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On coilovers going for a performance setup, I would lower the car no more
than 3/4", get it corner balanced, and then get an alignment done without
adding anything else.

If you're going for dressup, you've got to drop it more than 1"
 
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 11:48 PM
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without adding anything else (meaning camber correction).

I would add swaybars and run wider, sticker tires, if needed.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2005 | 12:03 AM
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Get a lifetime alignment. Mine has paid for itself already.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2005 | 12:29 AM
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Originally Posted by kenchan
On coilovers going for a performance setup, I would lower the car no more
than 3/4", get it corner balanced, and then get an alignment done without
adding anything else.

If you're going for dressup, you've got to drop it more than 1"
I agree. Install the coilovers and adjust the ride height to your liking. Afterwards, get an alignment done and see where you're at. You may not need as much as you think, especially if you only drop 1" or less.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2005 | 12:38 AM
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Keep in mind that a sedan that is dropped 1" only equal's a coupe that is only dropped a 1/2". Go past a 3/4" drop on a coupe and staying within oem alignment specs is much in doubt.
 
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