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Suspension

Suspension kits are available everywhere. The spring height controls the car's ride height, and the shockers control the ride. Lowering a Commodore is not only a cosmetic improvement, but also is a handling improvement. When a Commodore is lowered e.g. 1 1/2 inches, not only should the springs be changed, but the rear shockers should also be replaced with shorter stroke shockers. This is to prevent the spring from falling out at maximum shocker extension. Many Commodores are lowered from factory. This option is known as FE2, and is usually around 1 to 1 1/2 inches lower than standard (they are not all 1 1/2).

Gas shockers are a major improvement over the standard oil filled shockers and promote a more positive suspension response. There are different types of gas shockers. Usually a touring shocker gives a positive but smooth ride, whereas GT type shockers give a positive but firm ride. Different brands have different costs, and some outlast and outperform others. It's the same story; you get what you pay for.

If a Commodore is lowered more than 1 1/2 inches it is usually required that adjustable strut tops are fitted. This assists in correct wheel alignment.

The use of non-rubber suspension components like Nolothane or Super-pro, or a number of other brands, is to make the suspension arms more rigid. Rubber has a certain amount of flex, where as Nolothane doesn't. These components should be selected carefully, as that the right amount of flex in the right place is good, but in other areas it is not.

When a Commodore is lowered, the geometric design of the rear suspension causes the differential to move to the right. If large rim/tyre combos are used, the right wheel might scrape, whereas the left may not. To alleviate this problem, an Adjustable Panhard Rod can be fitted, and the position of the differential can be adjusted. We keep these in stock, and are currently on special for $90 (may 08).

  
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