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Bilsteins & ride height 200 1988

posted by  Groover on  Mon Mar 24 17:05 CST 2003
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I recently had Bilstein HD's and IPD swaybars installed in my '88 245.
I have been driving on them for about six weeks now. The handling is great but the front end is riding at least 1" higher on the left and 2" higher on the right. It looks like a damn SUV.

I would like to restore my stock ride height or maybe go a little lower but I'm not sure I want to go with lowering springs and the associated stiffer ride. Any ideas/suggestions?

I have read several threads on this board and find some conflicting info about whether the Bilsteins have some "spring" in them or not.

Also does anyone have or know where to find official specs on ride height?



88 245, 5 speed, Turbo 15" wheels/205-60 tires, poly bushings in rear, now with Bilsteins & IPD swaybars






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