05berlinas2k

hey was just reading that when you lower a car that is RWD you should add a spacer to release strain on the drieveshaft...

is this true!!

Bass

never heard of this before - you are lowering the frt and rear the same distance so there should not be any added strain on the drive shaft

paivag

I remember that on 4x4 lifts but not on lowering cars. I don't think you would have that much of an agressive angle on the shaft to require a spacer.

freq

Yes, it messes w/ the rear geometry creating undue stress and wear on the drive axles. Not an absolute necessity but something to consider and watch for.

Bass

got a link or something because i don' recall ever reading about adding spacers to the S when lowering it

Thxs

Nimbus

If you don't track your car often there's no need for it on the streets.

Bass

Thanks Aaron

05berlinas2k

that is the only time i have seen it done

ScottyBallistic

All depends on how much you drop it .

1" would not worry about it .

2" would recommend it .


As the 4X4, the S shafts are almost straight on stock suspension .

When you lower the car it has the same effect on the axle as lifting the truck . Both stretching the axle out .

grovefromnh

Yes for half-shaft spacers if the car has been significantly lowered.