R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006) Cooper (R50) and Cooper S (R53) hatchback discussion.

R50/53 how much should i lower down??

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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 07:56 AM
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i'm planning to lower my mini. but i'm not sure how much should i do it?
any suggestion?
 
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 07:58 AM
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Keeping stock shocks?

I'd say a 1-1.5 drop would be appropriate.

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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 08:02 AM
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What is the process to lower a car? Can you use all the stock equipment or do you have to replace parts?
 
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 08:45 AM
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You only have to replace the springs
 
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 08:57 AM
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See my post in the Performance Modifications area of this forum. I just lowered my S.

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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 10:59 AM
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i can't find the post you posted?
 
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 02:04 PM
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It's under the topic;

Performance Modifications

It's the 3rd or 4th post titled;

Just lowered my S

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