macanswer

Romeo;
Well, I did my ride height measurements from the floor to the center of the wheel arch opening. I think that is what everyone else is measuring.

Front - 24 3/8
Rear - 24 1/4

The springs look rather new and are a bright shade of purple. I'll have to get the car on ramps because it is so low I cannot get my head under the car to get a better look. It is 17º outside now, though so maybe in a day or so.

These are some of the lowest numbers if not the lowest numbers I've seen in this thread. Regardless of whether we decide to swap or not I'll be rasing the car. I had already come to the conclusion that the car felt a little "funny" in certain situations. I'm sure some things have been overlooked by the previous owner that should not have been when lowering a car this far. I do alot of autocrossing and low is good but the suspension geometry needs to right also.

jdoc7

Scott H.

H&R springs were never purple so I doubt that's what they are. I have H&R's and they are red. However, I am slammed down to the ground like you are (24 1/4 front 24 1/2 rear)

Bradford

[QUOTE=macanswer]Romeo;

The springs look rather new and are a bright shade of purple. I'll have to get the car on ramps because it is so low I cannot get my head under the car to get a better look. It is 17º outside now, though so maybe in a day or so.

JIC coilovers are purple.

Scott

J.Ho

I Just ordered them from Rich (porschewheelguy) he's got a shop in Florida called Black Forrest. Can't wait! Also bought the 997 style center cap for them.

Should be here in time for the spring/shocks install...it will be an all-new ride then!

Jeff

FisterD

H&Rs are kind of Reddish-Purple. Here's what mine look like.

993 Guy

Thanks ACEparts! I just had a chance to see your work and I LOVE the way my 993 looks with a lowered stance (I knew I would...). I'll post "actual" pics once the mod is complete.

adsc4s

Romeo,

Here is a pic of my car with the 19" Rufs. Sorry it is a little dark. Will take better pics during the day when I get a chance. I didn't measure the fender height either but the top of the tire is almost even with the fender.

macanswer

Well, we've had a heat wave here in PA. The temp is back up over freezing so I headed out to the garage today to jack up the 993 and see what exactly was under there for springs. It turns out they are, indeed, genuine H&R Sport springs. Part number 29953. Head on over to http://www.hrsprings.com/site/frames...lications.html put in 1995, Porsche, 911 C2/C4 and you'll get the product page with the specs for these springs. Here is the official H&R blurb on the Sport Spring:
"The most popular spring in H&R's line-up, Sport Springs will lower your vehicle an average of 1.5 - 2 inches (depending upon the make and model of your vehicle) for a lower center of gravity, improved handling and a more aggressive appearance. Sport springs feature more control than that of the OE Sport spring, but is still comfortable for daily use. Sport springs are an excellent choice for street and occasional track use."

It would appear that whoever installed these just swapped the original springs for the H&R's, leaving the rest of the suspension stock.

If you ask me, those springs are PURPLE!

phatbut

Thanks Guys for all the updates. HD's/H&R's it is. Addison..what about them HRE's? Send me a PM.

CAHRERA

Yo Phatbut,

So I guess with the suspension upgrades and possibly wheel upgrade you aren't really going to sell your car. Are you?

chris walrod

As of tonight, the car is on the ground Here is my attempt at a more agressive look.. I'll get some daytime, outdoor pics with natural light..

Air Kuul TT

I've seen and drove Phatbut C2S, truly one of the most pristine 98 C2S So Romeo I think you should keep the car and put on the HDs/H&Rs and some new HRE 540s.... should be more aggressive

Air Kuul TT

Chris,

Are you rims painted? If so what color is that?

Thanks

chris walrod

Yes, they were painted a few weeks ago. I initially wanted to go satin black, ala Mr. Phil McGrath, but I thought this might be a bit extreme, so a dark gray was chosen at the local paint store. Its a GM color, metallic with pearl. They really take on a different personality in daylight. Really cool color, me thinks

Phil

Very Nice Mr Chris Walrod....