Lethal Spring

[Dale5403]

https://www.explorerst.org/threads/...your-explorer-st-today.889/page-78#post-61603

That measurement is from the ground to the wheel well. @UNBROKEN is looking from the center of the axle to the wheel well.

 

[UNBROKEN]

https://www.explorerst.org/threads/...your-explorer-st-today.889/page-78#post-61603

Saw that…those measurements mean nothing to me. A proper measurement is from axle centerline to fender. Something as simple as an air pressure difference will make those posted numbers null and void. The fact that we have different wheels and tires definitely does.

 

[Rocketw19]

Can someone that’s had them on for a minute get F/R measurements from the axle centerline to the fender? Trying to compare to H&R.

yes I can measure my center or center cap to fender later today. Ive only had them 10 days or so.

 

[Rocketw19]

Saw that…those measurements mean nothing to me. A proper measurement is from axle centerline to fender. Something as simple as an air pressure difference will make those posted numbers null and void. The fact that we have different wheels and tires definitely does.

i get what you want. give me a bit I will measure it

 

[Rocketw19]

17-7/16 front
17- 11/16 back
Back might be off as the wheel is set in the fender my tape was not perfectly level

 

[Cajun Heat]

Just went out and measured mine, both sides match.

17-1/4 front
18 3/8 back

 

[MikeyP]

https://www.explorerst.org/threads/...your-explorer-st-today.889/page-78#post-61603

AXLE CENTERLINE.

 

[Rocketw19]

Just went out and measured mine, both sides match.

17-1/4 front
18 3/8 back

Oh wow your back is a lot higher then mine and front is close enough but lower. I’m hoping more measure so we get more idea

 

[Cajun Heat]

Oh wow your back is a lot higher then mine and front is close enough but lower. I’m hoping more measure so we get more idea

Yeah, I noticed that. Had the alignment done yesterday. I hope the rear settles a bit but not going to hold my breath.

I will be installing a new set of wheels and tires next week, with new alignment, and will measure again after that.

 

[Rocketw19]

Yeah, I noticed that. Had the alignment done yesterday. I hope the rear settles a bit but not going to hold my breath.

I will be installing a new set of wheels and tires next week, with new alignment, and will measure again after that.

Nice what wheels you going with ? Post picture in here after new wheels if you don’t mind

 

[Cajun Heat]

Nice what wheels you going with ? Post picture in here after new wheels if you don’t mind

Vossen HF-7 Wheels (Gloss Black) - 22x10.5 wrapped in MICHELIN PILOT SUPER SPORT 305 /35 R22. The tires came in 3 weeks ago but the wheels got hung up in manufacturing and will deliver Monday of next week. I will post pictures when installed.

 

[UNBROKEN]

My H&R’s measure exactly 17” front and rear…but I have a couple hundred lbs of audio gear in the back so it’s lower than others I would assume.

 

[Rocketw19]

My H&R’s measure exactly 17” front and rear…but I have a couple hundred lbs of audio gear in the back so it’s lower than others I would assume.

Back for sure will be lower but front should be same. Maybe ours will settle like everyone says? With my stock set up I like the look.

 

[Rocketw19]

Vossen HF-7 Wheels (Gloss Black) - 22x10.5 wrapped in MICHELIN PILOT SUPER SPORT 305 /35 R22. The tires came in 3 weeks ago but the wheels got hung up in manufacturing and will deliver Monday of next week. I will post pictures when installed.

Def post pictures I like Vossen that’s gonna look good. Great tire also.

 

[StoneColdBlue22]

My H&R’s measure exactly 17” front and rear…but I have a couple hundred lbs of audio gear in the back so it’s lower than others I would assume.

i installed my lethal springs oct 14, currently at 17.5 rear, 17 front. Also note my car is empty so they may sit lower considering you have audio mods done.

 

[UNBROKEN]

i installed my lethal springs oct 14, currently at 17.5 rear, 17 front. Also note my car is empty so they may sit lower considering you have audio mods done.

The rear of mine absolutely sits lower than the average H&R but I’d like the front down a bit more. Was hoping the Lethals would sit lower then I could just swap the front coils and leave the back alone.

 

[Cdubya]

My Steeda: 17 1/4" front, 18" rear (installed 2+ years ago now)

 

[Rocketw19]

I get stereo equipment will weigh down the back more but what about gas. IS a full tank of gas dramatic difference then empty in weight? what about STs that are a few years old or a lot of miles and bushing ect are wearing out? lol I cant help it my little mind takes off with stuff like this.

 

[TMac]

Gas is about 6lbs per gallon, so on a 20 gallon tank- 120 lbs. Bushings even when worn aren't likely to significantly affect ride height. Find yourself a 120 lb weight (relatives over Thanksgiving are fair game), throw them in third row and then measure!

 

[TMac]

The rear of mine absolutely sits lower than the average H&R but I’d like the front down a bit more. Was hoping the Lethals would sit lower then I could just swap the front coils and leave the back alone.

IIRC, you reported some coil bind on the H&Rs. True?