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Old 01-10-2012, 10:02 PM   #1
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Lowering?

If I go with a 2 1/2 x 4 drop for now, but later decide I want a 4 1/2 x 6 would I have change everything again or would I be able to use the same shock relocators and panhard bar.
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Old 01-10-2012, 10:03 PM   #2
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You will always want to go lower. Start with the 4/6 !
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Old 01-10-2012, 10:23 PM   #3
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You will always want to go lower. Start with the 4/6 !
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Old 01-11-2012, 12:17 AM   #4
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Re: Lowering?

You should be able to reuse the shock relocators and panhard bar- assuming you're putting in an ECE type adjustable unit. If your running a stock arm, you'll need to upgrade this part.
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Old 01-11-2012, 08:15 AM   #5
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Re: Lowering?

ECE draws the line between 5" & 6" for adjustable panhard and Super panhard. I only know of one shock relocator kit.
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Old 01-11-2012, 12:47 PM   #6
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Re: Lowering?

Thanks guys, I know I'll want to go lower later, but for now 2 1/2 x 4.
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ECE draws the line between 5" & 6" for adjustable panhard and Super panhard. I only know of one shock relocator kit.

What do you mean by ,they draw the line? I have the super panhard and the 6" drop in the rear but plan to put a 2" blocks in for a total drop of 8" in the rear.
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Old 01-11-2012, 10:29 PM   #8
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Re: Lowering?

do the 4" drop and add blocks later on in the future for a cheap 2"
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Old 01-12-2012, 02:42 PM   #9
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Re: Lowering?

I have the ECE panhard bar and zero issues aired out also the shock relocators so you will be fine mike.
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