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Old 02-20-2013, 05:04 PM   #13 (permalink)
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The Mistress - '88 Bmw 320i Touring SE
Team m8
Last 3: 27.17 mpg (US)

Germany Beadle - '91 Mercedes 300td (estate, N/A)
90 day: 24.63 mpg (US)

The Bloodylingo - '05 Citroen Berlingo Multispace Desire
90 day: 39.77 mpg (US)

Shanner Scaab - '03 Saab 9-5 estate Vector
90 day: 26.19 mpg (US)

Clio 182 - '05 Renault Clio RS 182 182
90 day: 31.73 mpg (US)
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Originally Posted by lowglider View Post
You haven`t told us how much more the new springs would cost. Lowering does improve mpg but I doubt it would pay for itself. If you go for it, I strongly recommend using progressive or soft springs, so that you do not ruin the already not not so smooth ride quality
New springs= £80

New Shocks another £80 for fronts only.

New cheap coilovers £155 (front and rear)

Quote:
Originally Posted by aerohead View Post
Lowering,by itself,may not achieve the lowest Cd.Low drag concept cars as the Probe-IV not only lowered the nose,but also raised the tail for out-of-town driving,configuring the 'rake' of the car for overall lowest drag.This is something which a full-scale wind tunnel would be handy for ascertaining.
I'd be inclined to maintain a 'factory' suspension.
Duly noted- this being the week before payday, I'm in no position to pay for the bits to alter anything!

interesting re the probe- maybe a front only drop would have similar outcomes?
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