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Old 03-02-2008, 10:52 PM
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Default DSE 3" Leafs with 18's

I'm considering 18" wheels on my 68 Camaro, but am wondering if I can pull off the stance with the DSE 3" lowering leafs. Is anyone running this combo, and if so, got any pics?
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Old 03-03-2008, 12:36 AM
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It's a 69 but I'm thinking SW's camaro....
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:19 AM
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That is what I have and it is still a little high. Check out the link in my sig.
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:34 AM
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If memory serves me right SW's car has lowering blocks as well.
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I have a 2" Hotchkis front spring and a 3" DSE leaf spring in the back and am on 18's...
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Van B,
How's the ride quality of the leafs and the 18's?
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A little on the firm side, but not bad.
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