Hi,

For anyone who has lowered the car using lowering springs...can we just use the standard shock/struts (gabriel 82109/82125 is what I have) or do I need to upgrade to a more robust set?

Right now I'm looking at using 2" lowering springs from OPGI. Wanted to go lower but concerned 3" might be too much for the ride. 

Any input greatly appreciated. I have read all the threads pretty thoroughly but didn't seem to find the answer to this particular question.

Thanks a bunch!

Phil 

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