so i've been meaning to work on my lancer for a while and its about time i did. first of all i want to make it clear that im not much of a motor head and so i might not get some concepts here and there but please just bare with me. my first problem was when i bought my lancer, the previous owner had the front end lowered to the point where the wheels would rub every now and then. This was about 5-6 months ago. now its to the point where the inner panel on the fenders are completely deteriorated. on top of getting a new pair of panels, i was thinking of getting a new set of springs to raise it back up. the thing is, im not sure if i should just get a full set of 4 or just measure the back side and get 2 of that end to put in the front.
any and all suggestions are welcome!!

 

Pix?


Are they stock wheels and tires?


How low does the rear sit?

 

hey thanks for the reply. i do believe that the wheels are stock and the 2 front tires but the tires in the back are new. the back sits at 13.5 in and the front at 12.5in

 

If it was me...


I would sell the current tires (on craigs list) and buy new (or used) lower profile tires (i.e. 205/40/16 if the ones on there now are 205/50/16). This would make the tires smaller but keep the improved handling and appearance....


This would be a much easier and cheaper (labor-wise) solution.


If you do want to change the springs - just ask a forum member to trade springs. I am sure they would jump at the chance and if local - probably help you do it...

 

the spring are cut?

 

^ I would hate to think someone did that to Lancer!

 

I think I would prefer to have a complete set of springs instead of buying/trading for just two examples. You may check to see whether the front springs are cut or if they are a different product than the rears.

Do you like the stance of the vehicle? Personally, I'm not a huge fan of the raked look as I typically like my vehicle to be level... but that's your business. You could look into lower profile tires as previously suggested, but that will create a rougher ride for you and it's not really solving your problem, just treating a symptom. Check around the classifieds for a set of springs if you think you'd prefer a different set.