Z32 riding high

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Well i wasnt sure if it was just in my head all this time or if my Z really is a bit higher off the ground than others. I went to the bodyshop today to check on the progress for the kit install (all is done just waiting on paint) and noticed another Z32 TT also in the same shop parked right next to mine. My z was quite noticeably higher off the ground from the front and sides.The other Z was all stock (bodywise) and didnt seem like it was lowered.My car has the wings west kit and it seemed like it made it a bit lower but was still quite higher than the other Z.

My car does have 18 inch staggered wheels could that be the cause of the ride height difference?Ill post some pics on saturday when i get it out of the shop.

Its kinda awkward when i have it parked next to another car becuz it seems like my car is just as high off the ground as my dad's volvo

and it looks like i had it lifted lol when i park it next to my brothers vette


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When you put larger wheels on a car it often increases the wheel gap if your springs are in good shape. On older higher mile cars the springs are often aged and sag thus making it appear lower.

Just buy a quality set of lowering springs or if you choose to go with coilovers or whatever and lower it, that will take care of your concerns.


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