Lowering my 1.2 16v

[Luke-UK-]

Im pretty new to all this and this is my first car, ive had a look around and done some basic mods to my clio, such as new alloys, new rear lights, side repeaters etc. and lowering it looks one of the best things to do next . i was just wondering if there is anyone that could tell me exactly what it involves? i know the basics is the springs but would it involve buying anything else or getting it re-configured in any way after its been lowered? would much appreciate someone giving me a run-down

thanks,

Luke

 

[JohnOR]

depends how low your going/ how low u want to go, if your going more than 60mm you will more than likely need dampers, imo you should save and get coilovers way better than springs and you can go crazy lows

 

[JoeyD]

Save for coilovers.
You can pick up a set for as little as £150-£180, they're far far better than springs from experience.

Get the tracking done too, once it's lowered.

 

[Luke-UK-]

depends how low your going/ how low u want to go, if your going more than 60mm you will more than likely need dampers, imo you should save and get coilovers way better than springs and you can go crazy lows

lol, i might try around 60mm at first, maybe even 40, not sure. whats the difference between coilovers and springs? :-S lol told you i was new

 

[JohnOR]

coilovers are you get the springs dampers and adjusters, so you can set the car to whatever height you want instead of being stuck at one height

 

[Luke-UK-]

coilovers are you get the springs dampers and adjusters, so you can set the car to whatever height you want instead of being stuck at one height

Ohhh, thats sounds a lot better , cheers mate

 

[Luke-UK-]

Save for coilovers.
You can pick up a set for as little as £150-£180, they're far far better than springs from experience.

Get the tracking done too, once it's lowered.

Okay cool, dya have any idea of the top of your head how much tracking costs?

 

[JoeyD]

If I remember correctly, at my local ATS they do it for free...
Could be a promotion/offer though.