Zack Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Hey guys, I have a stock 97 Legacy GT wagon and I've been wanting to lower. The GT is already lowered (still stock) but i want it just a tad lower. maybe just a centimeter or two if that is possible. If I have to sacrifice more that's totally okay. If anyone can tell me where to look that would be much appreciated:) Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zues Marine Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 maybe just a centimeter or two if that is possible. have you tried sitting in the driver's seat? a cm is not gonna happen but the H&R springs drop 1.5"ish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blair D Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 He's right, lowering a car is measured in inches, not centimeters. Inch and a half is a fairly modest drop. You may be able to use those springs plus some adjustable sleeves to bring it back up a bit if that is too much? Also, and I may be wrong, one of these guys will know, but I lowered my Outback about an inch using stock 02 WRX struts and springs. I'm not sure if that setup is shorter than LGT stuff or not. If it is, that could be a cheap alternative to a more modest lower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98legwag Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I put my 98 on stock 02 wrx wagon springs with matching KYB struts. Its about .5-.75 inches lower than stock. It handles so much better too. But I have heard good things about the H&R springs that Zues mentioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassnectar Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 I have 05 impreza struts on tein h tech lowering springs. and it is essentially slammed. 1 and a half finger gap in the front. 2 maybe 2.5 in the rear. probably close to a 2.5" drop total. A little excessive for a mild drop. using impreza struts on a legacy will instantly give you a minor drop. even if you put the legacy springs on. this would be the cheapest option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff98GT Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 I used the H&R spring set for the sedan (no wagon springs) along with a fresh set of KYB-GR-2's. The ride is good, but don't expect it to stiffen up that much. Also, I wish i would have used some 3/8" spacers for the rear, as "visually" it looks a little lower than the front. There's countless posts about spacers, so make your own decision based on the information on the forum. Here's a quick pic i recently took. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan.Pink Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 I have a 2000 Liberty gen3 and i want to lower the car but i cant afford coilovers and the lowering springs for my car only lower it 30mm from standard height. I found lowering springs for a 98 impreza that lowers it 60mm from standard height, was curious if those springs will fit in my car?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zues Marine Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 This: The ride is good, but don't expect it to stiffen up that much. is because this: I used the H&R spring set for the sedan (no wagon springs) along with a fresh set of KYB-GR-2's. I had this same setup but wagon specific and I loved it, stiff enough for light mt roads fun if you arent running any other suspension mods http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t232/wakeboardingguy/Green%20Subaru/IMAG0071.jpg http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t232/wakeboardingguy/Green%20Subaru/100_0161.jpg http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t232/wakeboardingguy/Green%20Subaru/100_0081.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnGrader Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 I've got a 95 Wagon L, looking to lower it since its a fwd. Y'all recommend H&R springs? Just seems like to 1.5 in drop wouldn't be much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twisty Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 im still a fan of the racelands i got for my wagon. its way low right now tho, i may have to raise it up a bit now that i put a borla header on it, sucker is lightly scraping on occasion where i didnt scrape before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zerohour Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 I still like my sneaky wrx lowering springs on forester struts on an L chassis (no lift spacers). Looks stock, still drives over a dead skunk, and handles way better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyposeur Posted September 25, 2015 Share Posted September 25, 2015 H&Rs and KYBs are a great setup. Put them on my SS. Nice drop, handles great, and is still a comfy ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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