dropping a cx-7
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Antoine
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I think the CX-7 needs a bit of a drop because the stock stance is a bit high for my taste...Obviously the CX-7 is not intended for any serious off-roading and even lowered slightly would still be able to use its AWD effectively...
IMO...The CX-7 is like a sexier MS6 with more room...In no way an SUV!
I support an aftermarket for the CX-7...I think it's a unique vehicle which presents a great platform for performance parts!
IMO...The CX-7 is like a sexier MS6 with more room...In no way an SUV!
I support an aftermarket for the CX-7...I think it's a unique vehicle which presents a great platform for performance parts!
SuperStretch18
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Antoine said:I think the CX-7 needs a bit of a drop because the stock stance is a bit high for my taste...Obviously the CX-7 is not intended for any serious off-roading and even lowered slightly would still be able to use its AWD effectively...
IMO...The CX-7 is like a sexier MS6 with more room...In no way an SUV!
I support an aftermarket for the CX-7...I think it's a unique vehicle which presents a great platform for performance parts!
Ditto! (iagree) Now, we just need to convice manufacturers that there is a market out there...
Check it out...
http://autoexe.co.jp/indexTopLink.html
The 2nd thing on there...lowering springs!!! If only I had the money.. lol
http://autoexe.co.jp/indexTopLink.html
The 2nd thing on there...lowering springs!!! If only I had the money.. lol
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SuperStretch18
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Dim said:
LOL! You should see the gap stock! Honestly that is probably a good 2" drop over the stock rims.
Lowering Springs?
Any update on the Eibachs? I would really like a set if I decide to get a CX-7.. I have a dodge magnum now and need a more practical vehicle so I am thinking of trading it in for the cx-7.. I have a set of 22 that are on my Magnum.. i am going t o hope they bolt up.. The bolt pattern is a tad different and so the offset but I will try.. 5x115 instead of the 5X114.3 The tire size is 265/35/22 which will work. I am worried about the offset.
Anyway let me know about teh spring update. It will help make my decision.
By the way Lowering a AWD crossover is no different than lowering a car. This basically is a car. Its a cross between a mazda6 and mazda3..
Now lowering a Jeep Grand Cherokee or a Wrangler I woudl have to agree whats the point.. This car is intended to be driving on the road.
Any update on the Eibachs? I would really like a set if I decide to get a CX-7.. I have a dodge magnum now and need a more practical vehicle so I am thinking of trading it in for the cx-7.. I have a set of 22 that are on my Magnum.. i am going t o hope they bolt up.. The bolt pattern is a tad different and so the offset but I will try.. 5x115 instead of the 5X114.3 The tire size is 265/35/22 which will work. I am worried about the offset.
Anyway let me know about teh spring update. It will help make my decision.
By the way Lowering a AWD crossover is no different than lowering a car. This basically is a car. Its a cross between a mazda6 and mazda3..
Now lowering a Jeep Grand Cherokee or a Wrangler I woudl have to agree whats the point.. This car is intended to be driving on the road.
Mazdaspeedgirl
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Killer said:
I agree. More rotational mass is not worth the look to me. I think the CX-7 is perfect the way it is. The MX-5 is more than enough to satisfy my need to "fall in and crawl out".
The stock rims and tires are 60 pounds per corner, so rotational mass and the ability of the stock springs and shocks to keep the tires on the road is already up there. The 20 inch rims and tires on the CX-9 weigh about the same, so it is a marginal change. Ride will definitely be a little more harsh with less sidewall.
Gray Ghost
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Here is a link to some Lowering Springs or Coilover adjustable suspension for the CX-7.
http://corksport.com/store/category/cg7t/CX7_Suspension.html
SuperStretch18
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Already with you...
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123672456
Still deciding if this is actually the way that I want to go, but it seems like these will be the only options for a while. I have reached out to most companies and they mostly seem unwilling to produce product. Thanks though!
Gray Ghost
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Someone must have them because they are on backorder until about mid September. Anyone have the sport springs or coil overs yet???
Gray Ghost
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Hey Stretch,
I got the sport springs installed this week and they are awesome. The ride quality is unchanged and the handeling is sweeeeet. I was worried that the ride would be too rough with these springs but I really can't tell a difference when on a bumpy road. It's the best $420 you can spend to take the handeling to another level. The stance of the 7 with these springs looks very aggressive. I will post pics as soon as I can find my digital camera.
astraelraen
Member
You got the autoexe springs? Kept the stock shocks/struts?
Did you install the springs yourself/how much did it cost to get them installed?
Did you install the springs yourself/how much did it cost to get them installed?
Gray Ghost
Member
Yes, I got the autoexec springs. They are the only ones that I know of that are available for the 7. Everything else is stock suspension. The springs are designed to work with your stock shocks/struts. I am not sure how much it would cost to only have the springs installed. I paid $250 to have the springs installed, new tires mounted, balanced and alligned and an oil change.
Again, I will post some pics as soon as I can borrow a digital camera. I can't seem to find mine.
astraelraen
Member
Want me to mail you my digital camera? I'm waiting excitedly... haha 
Want me to mail you my digital camera? I'm waiting excitedly... haha
Let's start a thread so that everyone can donate and get a camera for this member.
It worked once when a P5 owner was getting an LSD! His car was extra powerful though.
SuperStretch18
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Hey Ghost, any pics yet?
