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Old 02-23-2001 | 04:24 PM
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it better not scrape... mine's getting lowered soon (I have no underbody kit).

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Old 02-23-2001 | 04:40 PM
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Mine Scrapes like a BI$CH! Then again, NY roads suck, and my driveway is pretty steep..
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Old 02-23-2001 | 05:29 PM
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Have comptechs and I scrape. The front lip will just go over "most" curbs. How do the guys w/the kit protect the lip?
Old 02-23-2001 | 05:50 PM
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I have CT springs and a kit... you just be careful. I used to have an '89 Dodge Daytona... the lowest thing on that b!tch is the oil pan... ya just need to watch yourself.

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Old 02-23-2001 | 08:23 PM
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Thanks for the posts guys!!!
Old 02-23-2001 | 08:25 PM
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Originally posted by CBS:
Thanks for the posts guys!!!
i only scratch with my mud-guards, but u have to be careful when pulling in and out of driveways... i checked the front lip and no scratches yet...

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Old 02-23-2001 | 08:26 PM
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Welcome to the board!

I am about to lower my TL with Apexi Coilovers. I will post pics as soon as I can.
Old 02-23-2001 | 10:55 PM
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check out those pics i have comptect springs on.They low 1.45 inch at front/1.25 at back.
http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/frank_che...l=fld3&.src=ph

still ride almost as the same.

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Old 02-24-2001 | 12:24 AM
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Question About lowering your car.....

I am about to get my TL and I have a question for those who DO NOT HAVE A UNDERBODY KIT.

Does you car still scrape? How much does the Comptechs lower you car and if possible, please provide pics?

Thanks guys! I love this forum!
CBS
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