I was wondering what are the best quality springs for lowering. I'm trying to get at least a 2 inch drop for a decent price
lowering springs
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levirolla;1039966 said:
Do a search for "Springs" or "Lowering Springs", if you haven't already. There are some pretty good threads out there, some with pics too.
But I second H&R's for the drop. I'm planning on getting a set.
yuck, H&R are the worst choice imho. If you want a semi soft ride for mom forget it. I also do not like the rake that H&R's give. Not low enough in the back and too low in the front. My ST's were a perfect compromise between drop and ride, and they are cheap too.
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I like the Suspension Techniques (ST) springs a whole lot, it's what i've used in the past. I'm not finding any at the moment for sale anywhere (new), but I've been happy with them. Very stock-like when cruising, get hard when leaned on, plus a nice stance. I recommend them.
I liked my eibach when I had them. Firmed up the ride a bit but was still very comfy for the street.
BorHor;1040100 said:
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What have you got for springs now? Looks like your slammed down hard.
ST's are pretty good. Eibachs dont drop the car far enough and they're progressivley wound and they feel like it. They feel kinda twitchy and unpredictable when pushed however, if you don't drive it that hard and don't want your car real low they maintain almost stock ride comfort and they're pretty well made.
No matter which spring you run, if you keep the stock shocks with lower, stiffer springs it'll blow 'em out quick.
+1BorHor;1040100 said:
They could be lower in the back a bit (though we'll see what will happen if I get some more weight in the trunk)
IMHO, i think springs are best if your not going to be doing any kind of racing(track, motorcross, drift). i had eibachs and the ride was stiffer than stock but still very comfy. i have tein coilovers now and i think they are too harsh for daily driving even on the softest setting. but thats just me.....
im also looking into springs, and i have tokico illuminas, will these put up with lower stiffer springs, or will i pop them quick?
I plan on getting H&R springs, they have a good racing history, plus I like the drop they give. I am a aggressive driver, so I like to carve corners.
I'm also going to be shopping for some new springs. My front driver side spring snapped. All I need is springs? I won't have to get any other components will I?
ThirstyMKthrice;1040372 said:
if you put lowering springs on stock shocks you will blow them in two shakes of a jackrabbits ass!!
Werd. Plus the 20 year old shocks are probably blown by now anyways. So best thing to do is get new shocks while you are at it.gaboonviper85;1040440 said: