Here are some side-by-side pics of a stock height Spider next to one with Vogtland lowering springs;
Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
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Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
Looks really nice, but if we did that here in New England the car would be toast within a couple of days. Wonderful roads here.
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'74 and '79 X1/9 (past)
'75 BMW R75/6
2011 Chevy Malibu (daily driver)
2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Ext Cab 4WD/STD BED
2002 Edgewater 175CC 80HP 4-Stroke Yamaha
2003 Jaguar XK8
2003 Jaguar XKR
2021 Jayco 22RB
2019 Bianchi Torino Bicycle
Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
the Vogtland springs bring the car to the Euro ride height and are progressive
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Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
Love that lower look. Adding this to my wish list. What's the height difference without the bumpers?
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1977 124 Spider - Slowly coming together
1977 124 Spider - Slowly coming together
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Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
how easy is it to fit new front and rear shocks and springs as an amateur mechanic, any tips or advice please.
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Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
It's really not that complicated. Caveat being, with the proper tools, and a good study of the few pages out of,the maintenance manual. I want to say Spring compressors are needed for the front, and the rear was really super simple.whiteonyx wrote:how easy is it to fit new front and rear shocks and springs as an amateur mechanic, any tips or advice please.
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Re: Comparison; Stock vs Lowered
It's amazing how a small change makes such a bid difference. The lower cars looks a meaner and faster.
What does this transformation cost? Parts & labor
What does this transformation cost? Parts & labor