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Lowering the CX-9
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sbmrinaldi
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- 07 CX9 Grand Touring FWD
It might look really good. I had lowered my Audi Allroad a bit, but that was easy to do-hook up a laptop to a Vagcom and adjust to your desire. Increased the handling and reduced the wheel well gap. Downside-it made the ride just a bit rougher.
I own 2 lowered cars, a VW Passat and a Z28. The correct way to lower is to purchase new springs (i.e. Eibach, H&R). They are available in numerous configurations like amt of drop and stiffness. When lowering, it's advisable to change the shocks/struts as you would need units that are correctly valved for the reduced suspension travel. If you don't the shocks will wear out prematurely.
Now, the most important thing to consider when lowering is tire wear. The negative camber associated w/ the reduction of ride height will have your tires wear on the inside. I deal w/ this on my 2 lowered cars but will not on my CX-9 (given the rplcmnt cost of 22' tires).
However, I am intrigued as to how the CX9 will handle once lowered!!!
Hope this helps.
Now, the most important thing to consider when lowering is tire wear. The negative camber associated w/ the reduction of ride height will have your tires wear on the inside. I deal w/ this on my 2 lowered cars but will not on my CX-9 (given the rplcmnt cost of 22' tires).
However, I am intrigued as to how the CX9 will handle once lowered!!!
Hope this helps.
kyle's protege5
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- 2002 MP5-T
eibach lets you order what you need. you can get shorter springs that dont have to be stiffer. although its smart to stiffin it up when you lower it unless you like bottoming it out on the bump stops all the time.
CX9 SportOwner
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this is like lowering a Jeep. Totally defeats the purpose, and ruins the car.
DashingMax
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- 2006 MazdaSpeed6
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Lowering a CX-9??!!?!!??(omg)
Lowering a CX-9??!!?!!??(omg)
(iagree)
Lowering a CX-9??!!?!!??(omg)
Come on, it's not life it's off-road capable anyway...
I was looking at the car yesterday and was thinking it would look so dang sick with 2.5" drop. Problem is, I doubt there'll ever be suspension available for CX-9 in order to do that. Which car does CX-9 share chassis with?
DashingMax
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- 2006 MazdaSpeed6
Come on, it's not life it's off-road capable anyway...
I was looking at the car yesterday and was thinking it would look so dang sick with 2.5" drop. Problem is, I doubt there'll ever be suspension available for CX-9 in order to do that. Which car does CX-9 share chassis with?
It shares chassis with Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, but suspension tuning is completely different and its 100% Mazda.
It shares chassis with Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, but suspension tuning is completely different and its 100% Mazda.
I see, thanks. I'll assume there are no lowering springs currently available?
CX9 SportOwner
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leave it alone. If you want a lower vehicle, buy something different.
Lowering or most mods on the newest cars have the potential of screwing up the safety and control systems.
Lowering or most mods on the newest cars have the potential of screwing up the safety and control systems.
this is like lowering a Jeep. Totally defeats the purpose, and ruins the car.
Yeah, becasue the CX9 is obviously such an off-road beast. Just what purpose is being defeated? Last time I made a run to daycare to pick up my little buddy I didn't need to ford a stream nor was I charged by a water buffalo.
Sarcasm aside, I intened to lower mine as well. Nothing wrong with bringing the center of gravity down a bit. And if it's done right you can retain a great ride and get better handling and looks, if you like the look.
If folks like the stock look, then awesome. I'm of the camp that thinks the CX9 would look great with a lower, more agressive stance.
Oh, and a super charger. (gotta cut me some slack, I'm coming over from a tweaked Legacy GT.)
-Ian
Count me in on the lowered look. Just a touch. I remember last year seeing at a sports car race up at Laguna Seca a very tasty CX9 I think. It was lowered just a touch, to fill up the wheel wells. Also, had wider tires and wheels. Looked great. Wishing now I to some shots of it. Dang!
Cheers
Steve
Cheers
Steve
AWD CX-9 GT
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- CX-9 GT
Is there an adjustable suspension kit for the CX-9 ? I would like to control the height just like the Audi Allroad. Low for highway use and extra high for bad roads.....
CX9 SportOwner
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Lower yours and then come race me on a windy road. I'll still win.
www.pedders.com.au have lowered springs for the CX-9. A quick check of the www.peddersusa.com e-catalogue confirms you also have this in the US. Worth a phone call I reckon.
I think the CX-9 would look great lowered! If done properly, on-road handling would be greatly improved. Particularly the dreaded front wheel drive body-roll and understeer when pushed a little through a corner. (Yes I know it's an AWD... but it's still a FWD first, AWD second).
Although I haave to agree, the best bang for your buck will be a decent set of performance tyres.
Cheers,
TTubrag.
I think the CX-9 would look great lowered! If done properly, on-road handling would be greatly improved. Particularly the dreaded front wheel drive body-roll and understeer when pushed a little through a corner. (Yes I know it's an AWD... but it's still a FWD first, AWD second).
Although I haave to agree, the best bang for your buck will be a decent set of performance tyres.
Cheers,
TTubrag.
