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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by ZitroRasec, May 20, 2025.

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  1. ZitroRasec

    ZitroRasec Rookie

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    #1 ZitroRasec, May 20, 2025
    Hello, I’m trying to shorten the wheel gap on the 458 a little bit nothing too aggressive. Probably about 0.5 to 0.75 but the driver side strut on my 458 seems to be seized and looking for a replacement.

    I added some picture of my new wheels in my driveway to show how I would like the car to sit with the drop.

    Any recommendations on a company who can send me a rebuilt in exchange for my core? Thanks in advance!
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  2. jhunter18

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    #2 jhunter18, May 20, 2025
    You might be able to cut the lock/and adjustment nut off the threaded shock body if you/your shop is very careful and take their time. That said, I am not sure you will be able to go much lower with stock coil overs. I have mine very low on the threading and it doesn't look any different than yours is now.
     

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  3. ZitroRasec

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    #3 ZitroRasec, May 20, 2025
    Thanks for info. These pics are in my drive way at inclince so it shows the lower position I would like to be at. These are the pictures that I have on me that show the real current height.

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  4. TUTTSF

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    #4 TUTTSF, Jun 1, 2025
    Are you trying to move the collar or a shop?

    I would remove the shock and use a spring compressor and then rotate top collar up and see if that releases the bottom collar.
     
  5. 488Julius

    488Julius Formula Junior

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    #5 488Julius, Jun 1, 2025

    Just get the novitecs. I protested in the beginning but I’m glad I did. They make the car so comfortable.
     
  6. mdrums

    mdrums F1 Rookie

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    #6 mdrums, Jun 2, 2025
    You need to get with @Eric C ...he's the King of Lowering ;-)
     
  7. Eric C

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    #7 Eric C, Jun 2, 2025
    Just get a torch and heat them springs up homie
     
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