Lowering in Rhode Island
Vehicle type: Van
Rhode Island prohibits elevating or lowering the chassis or body more than 4 inches from the manufacturer's specified height, by any means or device, on vehicles up to 10,000 lb GVWR.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
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Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Rhode Island.
A conservative drop that keeps required ground clearance.
Adjustable coilovers →Dial your height back up if an inspection says you're too low.
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