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Hi,
Has anyone used V8 lowering springs on a V6? How much weight difference is the between the LT-1 and 3800 front ends? I have a 5 speed car with no options other than A/C which I'm going to assume is a lot lighter than a fully loaded Z28. I think I just answered my own question:)
Someone told me that the iron 3800 and aluminum LS1 weigh about the same.
That is true they weigh about the same.
08' L76 6.0L 4X4 Chevy EXT.Cab LTZ Vortec MAX with Snug top cover, Dynomax exhaust,Hptuners& K&N intake
96' Camaro M5 to A4 conversion, alot of mods . GT35R Turbo full suspension. Built engine
08' L76 6.0L 4X4 Chevy EXT.Cab LTZ Vortec MAX with Snug top cover, Dynomax exhaust,Hptuners& K&N intake
96' Camaro M5 to A4 conversion, alot of mods . GT35R Turbo full suspension. Built engine
Are they made for a V8? I don't see too many vendors advertising V6 specific springs.
give sam strano a call, he has a few kinds
Wait, Is that a V6 or V8? 1990 Chevrolet C-K 1500 series 4.3L .. 5spd
1994 JDM Euno Roadster 1.8L 5spd Bolt Ons.. etc 2000 Camaro 3.8L Auto Bolt Ons..etc
The V8s and V6s don't weigh the same, but the difference isn't that much when it comes to aftermarket springs. You can use V8 springs just fine. Most people do.
460.9 lbs - LS1 (5.7L) Manual with oil and flywheel
428.8 lbs - L36 (3.8L) Manual with oil and flywheel
405.5 lbs - LS1 (5.7L) Auto with oil and flexplate
391.2 lbs - L36 (3.8L) Auto with oil and flexplate
'99 Camaro
'04 Saab 9-3 Aero
'90 Audi Coupe Quattro
I have the BMR springs on my car ('02), which are listed for the V8 only, and they work just fine. The front didn't lower as much as advertised, maybe 1/4" to 3/8", but that was fine with me, and the rears did drop the car a full 1", so now it sits pretty much dead level. They are also stiffer than the Eibachs, but not so much that it kills you (the progressive rates help there too), but the difference in handling is night and day. Pair them with a good set of shocks (I have AGXs for the time being) and you should be very happy with the result.
The reason I'm asking is because I've come across a set of Eibachs for $180, made for a V8. If I can getaway with using them, I'd save some cash. Up here these puppies sell for close to $300. The P/N is 4.3138.
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