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Old 01-18-2013, 05:35 AM   #1
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BMR spring question

I am upgrading my stock springs to BMR. I want to do the 1.4" drop, but I noticed that they also have the 1.4 front/ 1.0 rear. Does anyone have that set up? I'd love to see what it looks like on a camaro.
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Old 01-18-2013, 05:53 AM   #2
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Below are a few images of cars with the 1.4/1 inch "split". It is subtle but noticeable.



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Old 01-18-2013, 04:56 PM   #3
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I am upgrading my stock springs to BMR. I want to do the 1.4" drop, but I noticed that they also have the 1.4 front/ 1.0 rear. Does anyone have that set up? I'd love to see what it looks like on a camaro.
Here are a few more pictures of the split drop BMR lowering springs (SP025) we have.
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Old 01-21-2013, 01:46 PM   #4
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Can someone please elaborate on the differences between handling with this 1.4/1 inch set up and an even (say 1.4/1.4 or 1.0/1.0) drop?
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Old 01-21-2013, 02:00 PM   #5
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Can someone please elaborate on the differences between handling with this 1.4/1 inch set up and an even (say 1.4/1.4 or 1.0/1.0) drop?
You won't be able to tell much difference as far as handling goes between the two different lowering spring kits especially considering that the spring rates are the same between the different ride heights.
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Old 01-21-2013, 03:59 PM   #6
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You won't be able to tell much difference as far as handling goes between the two different lowering spring kits especially considering that the spring rates are the same between the different ride heights.
This doesn't change the weight distribution or anything like that?

(sorry if thats a noob question, but when it comes to suspension, I guess I'm a noob)
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Old 01-25-2013, 11:20 AM   #7
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With a 1" max drop hows the ride quality ? some say a lot of bounce.
I was thinking of the stage 2 kit and adding rear arms?
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Old 01-25-2013, 12:58 PM   #8
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This doesn't change the weight distribution or anything like that?

(sorry if thats a noob question, but when it comes to suspension, I guess I'm a noob)
It will change the weight distribution a little but it won't be enough for you to really notice at all.

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With a 1" max drop hows the ride quality ? some say a lot of bounce.
I was thinking of the stage 2 kit and adding rear arms?
With any lower spring the ride will be a little bit stiffer and could potentially be a little bouncier in nature but these are characteristics that are in any brand lowering springs. I have had many customers tell us our lowering springs ride just like the factory springs and I have had some tell me they are a little stiffer riding, each person perception is a little different. I think our lowering springs have a good ride that is a touch stiffer then the stock springs.

The level 2 handling package with the addition of the trailing arms would make a huge difference as far as handling and performance goes on your vehicle. It will give the car a nice aggressive look but will also give you car a much more balanced and responsive feel. This combination of parts will take care of most of the lackluster areas of your Camaro's suspension.

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Old 01-28-2013, 12:35 AM   #9
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Will your lowering springs work on the 2013 SS? I know there is an issue with sway bars but I cant seem to get a clear answer on springs.
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Old 01-28-2013, 08:06 AM   #10
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Will your lowering springs work on the 2013 SS? I know there is an issue with sway bars but I cant seem to get a clear answer on springs.
You should have absolutely no issue using our BMR lowering springs on your 2013 SS. Our sway bars definitely will not work but we will have a fix for that within in the next month or two.
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Old 01-28-2013, 08:34 AM   #11
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I have and got my lowering springs from bmr. Went there and the guys are great. Love the look and feel of my car now 1.2 lower. Thanks Kyle and the rest of bmr. Love it. I'm not done either. So ill see you again. The springs give our cars the look they should have left the factory with.
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Old 01-28-2013, 08:53 AM   #12
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I have and got my lowering springs from bmr. Went there and the guys are great. Love the look and feel of my car now 1.2 lower. Thanks Kyle and the rest of bmr. Love it. I'm not done either. So ill see you again. The springs give our cars the look they should have left the factory with.
Not a problem, whenever you are ready for some more BMR stuff give me a call and I will make sure we get you taken care of.
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