do what you want. It will ride good, just ground clearance will be the same if not lose about 1/2 inch thats why you need coilovers to gain it back and also taller tires..i had my calmini for a while now and used it but i dont rock crawl or anything. here in hawaii is some really tough terrian and its still intacted together.. Make sure you paint it first haha i wish i did..