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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:10 PM
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Between me my dad and my brother we have 4 evos. I do not need another! Lol

So what are my other options for suspension that would be comparable to the HD's? and Will I need to roll fenders for 255-40-17's? (Is this the best size to go with)?
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:11 PM
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Find a set of MRs, get the custom revalved to match your springs.

No fender rolling needed. Fits fine.
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:14 PM
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255/40 V700s v 245/45 Z1*

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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:18 PM
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I'm working on getting a set of tires now. I'm talking to a tire shop and i think i might be getting sponsored . Ok so 350+ shipping right now for MR struts in the suspension forum. Do I have to get them revalved or could I just throw swift springs on them and call them good?
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:19 PM
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Revavling is only really needed if you want to be uber cool But no, you can run them outright.
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:22 PM
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Okay sweet. I'll buy these then. They have 47K on them for $350. Then your going to mail me your tires for free. And your sway bars.
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 04:25 PM
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Hahaha
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Old Jul 2, 2009 | 10:54 AM
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I don't know about the VIII/IX, but on my car (an X on coilovers), it got squirrelly with just the rear bar. Adding a front bar helped a lot.
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