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xlid007 · 01-12-2014, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueDubbinTDI

I got mine lowered on RSR super downs yesterday and although I've only driven about 20 miles on them I must say they feel pretty much exactly like stock just Id say it rides like 2-2.5 fingers lower than before. We'll see if they settle further but I really couldn't be happier. Will post pics when I get my 18" XXR 530s mounted this week.

Did you have to get them cambered or did you just get an alignment?

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BlueDubbinTDI · 01-12-2014, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by xlid007

Did you have to get them cambered or did you just get an alignment?

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Both. 1.3 front 2.3 back

xlid007 · 01-12-2014, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueDubbinTDI

Both. 1.3 front 2.3 back

Is this with oem components, or did you have to buy camber bolts and rear lca's?

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BlueDubbinTDI · 01-12-2014, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by xlid007

Is this with oem components, or did you have to buy camber bolts and rear lca's?

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I bought front crash bolts that changed it from 1.1 to 1.3 which is still in spec. My rears are actually 1.9 and 2.3 without LCAs. The 2.3 is technically out of oem spec but since the toe is basically 0 all was well. The alignment sheet was all green after the alignment except the 2.3 which was on the rear right I believe.

JoeBoxer · 01-12-2014, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueDubbinTDI

I bought front crash bolts that changed it from 1.1 to 1.3 which is still in spec. My rears are actually 1.9 and 2.3 without LCAs. The 2.3 is technically out of oem spec but since the toe is basically 0 all was well. The alignment sheet was all green after the alignment except the 2.3 which was on the rear right I believe.

common issue with right rear having more camber than left rear. Mine was a whole degree more negative on that side with a mild drop so i had to buy the SPC lower control arms.

BlueDubbinTDI · 01-12-2014, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeBoxer

common issue with right rear having more camber than left rear. Mine was a whole degree more negative on that side with a mild drop so i had to buy the SPC lower control arms.

Guess I should consider myself lucky then. Actually didn't get to drive it at all today which sucks!

SurfAndSand · 01-13-2014, 01:33 PM

I'm running the RSR super downs too. I love em. I can't compare to Swifts, because I've never ridden on those either, but in the RSRs you are noticeably lower, and the ride is still comfortable, but you are losing about an inch of shock travel.

kayoh · 02-07-2014, 11:12 PM

Do you need an alignment after dropping on the RS-R Super Downs?

VuDism · 03-06-2014, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by kayoh

Do you need an alignment after dropping on the RS-R Super Downs?

correct me if im wrong fellas... but any time you install springs, any springs... even replacement stock springs... you need to do an alignment. The process of installation throws off alignment i believe.

FYI- I also got RSR- S Down springs and waiting to get installed

supramkivtt2jz · 03-06-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by kayoh

Do you need an alignment after dropping on the RS-R Super Downs?

yes.

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Originally Posted by VuDism

correct me if im wrong fellas... but any time you install springs, any springs... even replacement stock springs... you need to do an alignment. The process of installation throws off alignment i believe.

FYI- I also got RSR- S Down springs and waiting to get installed

the install process doesnt necessarily throw off the alignment, the components being installed do

BlueDubbinTDI · 03-06-2014, 11:30 AM

I'm adding 5mm spacers to the rear and getting my rear knocking inspected at the same time on Saturday so I'll report our findings after.

newports · 03-20-2014, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueDubbinTDI

I'm adding 5mm spacers to the rear and getting my rear knocking inspected at the same time on Saturday so I'll report our findings after.

update on spacer?

BlueDubbinTDI · 03-20-2014, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by newports

update on spacer?

See my build thread

FR-Slide · 03-20-2014, 12:09 PM

Still on stock wheels for now, but was debating adding some spacers in the rear as well just to get them a bit less tucked. You mentioned your 5mm ones are not hubcentric; is there a brand/size/type that IS? Is there a recommended size/limit for still using stock wheels/lugs? I was looking at something in the 5-10mm range, nothing huge.

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