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F55/F56 Added Craven lowering springs

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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 03:10 PM
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Added Craven lowering springs




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So far:
JCW Interior/Exterior TUNE Pro Aero
NM Module Front brace, Rear sway, short shift
CRAVEN Big pair, Springs, tow rings
AMERICAN RACING Montegi MR132 17 aluminum
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 10:35 AM
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Looks good!

Would you be interested in sharing any of those photos on our site? Link to share
 
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 06:14 PM
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Update: Thought these maybe a little stiff after the first day but after a couple of 1/2 hour 85mph runs on the Interstate, they are just fine-more than I expected. Same route for the past 20 years. Same large bump on the same overpass, felt it less, more control. It appears that these are going to be more than I expected. The JCW sport seats absorb the little road dips and road bumps. Wife agrees. SA who did the install felt that since the geometry did not change, no need for a re-alinement. Nice job Craven.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 12:38 PM
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Update: Thought these maybe a little stiff after the first day but after a couple of 1/2 hour 85mph runs on the Interstate, they are just fine-more than I expected. Same route for the past 20 years. Same large bump on the same overpass, felt it less, more control. It appears that these are going to be more than I expected. The JCW sport seats absorb the little road dips and road bumps. Wife agrees. SA who did the install felt that since the geometry did not change, no need for a re-alinement. Nice job Craven.

Nice, but the geometry does change. At least get an alignment reading.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 05:12 PM
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^^^ What he said. At least get it checked.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 06:24 PM
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Perhaps-later as they "settle" in. Taking hands off the steering wheel (slightly) at speeds ranging from 20-90 mph, no wheel drift. Straight as an arrow. Will probably check in a few weeks.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2018 | 10:43 AM
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It could still track straight, but your toe is out of whack. Handling suffers; tires wear faster. Find a coupon for a tire place or something and get it done =)
 
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