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Old 06-19-2009, 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by BlackSapphire
Jared....looks awesome! Are you happy now?

EDIT: That reminds me.... I'm lowering the rear of mine a little bit more this weekend.

EDIT #2: Motley Crue Dr. Feelgood cassette for the win!

Yes I am.

I love these things. Thanks for all the help, buddy.
 
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Old 06-21-2009, 08:11 AM
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How did you guys manage to take the front strut off? I don't know what it is I am doing wrong but can't seem to get it off. It's too long and i can't fit a spring compressor to compress the springs to make it shorter either.
 
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Old 06-21-2009, 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by P1N HIGH
How did you guys manage to take the front strut off? I don't know what it is I am doing wrong but can't seem to get it off. It's too long and i can't fit a spring compressor to compress the springs to make it shorter either.
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P1N HIGH,

It's a definite pain in the *** the first time. I had a hell of a time on the passenger side. No matter which way I twisted or rotated the knuckle, it seemed like I couldn't get it down low enough for the bottom of the strut to come out of it's bore. I feel your pain. However, keep working at it and you'll get it. Once you get one done, the other seems to go pretty easy. I've done it three times on my MINI in the last few months. Each subsequent time was easier. Good luck!
 
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Old 06-21-2009, 11:19 AM
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Old 06-21-2009, 06:49 PM
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I find this very pleasing, a nice juxtaposition.
 
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Can someone please explain if this seems normal to you? The seat where the spring sits on the H&R is way too big. The H&R springs that came with the kit doesn't even fit, it however fits on the OEM struts fine. Would appreciate any input.

 
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Old 06-21-2009, 08:03 PM
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Can you post a pic of the front springs? They don't fit like in this picture?
 
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Old 06-21-2009, 09:36 PM
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Almost 3 month old MCS with CROSS coilovers.
Looks amazing. I love the LM's! Cross makes some great coilovers, they are really top notch stuff.
 
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Old 06-21-2009, 10:49 PM
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So beautiful !!! You painted it in a "real white" ?
 
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That ain't paint, hoss cat. :P
 
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Old 06-22-2009, 07:33 AM
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Here is an updated picture of the springs next to the struts. As you can see the bottom of the spring is too small for the base of the strut. I am trying to figure out if I got the wrong parts or not.

 
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Old 06-22-2009, 07:34 AM
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Very nice! So clean.

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Originally Posted by P1N HIGH
Here is an updated picture of the springs next to the struts. As you can see the bottom of the spring is too small for the base of the strut. I am trying to figure out if I got the wrong parts or not.

without having everything here to play with, I can say that the text can be upsidedown and thus don't use it to insure proper top vs. bottom alignment.

Also, call them at 888-827-8881 for free tech advise. Might be misboxxed.

Let us know if we can help as well (did you buy them from us?)
 
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^^^Those flame spokes look great on your MCS. Nice stance!
 
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Originally Posted by OXYBLUECOOP
^^^Those flame spokes look great on your MCS. Nice stance!
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Looking good! Very nice combo of red, black and chrome! Stance is very nice too!
 
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Alright let's try again Rally! Everyone grab a kleenex to wipe up your dribble!




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Lowered mini

Originally Posted by Bezlar
Hi what coilovers/springs have u used to get this look? Also how low have you had it lowered?

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Old 06-25-2009, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by jamescalland
Hi what coilovers/springs have u used to get this look? Also how low have you had it lowered?

Cheers
KW 1's and it is dropped about 2 inches

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