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Old 06-22-2012, 05:29 PM   #21
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Got it, I'm looking for something slightly lower. maybe just enough to eliminate the wheel gap.
I'm really curious to see those Steeda spring on RedFocz ride. If they are indeed a 1" drop, I think that they will probably be the perfect spring for a cheap mod that won't destroy your suspension.

I'm going to take pics after I get about 2k miles on the springs and compare. I only saw about .5" of drop so far, and I'm curious if I get any more out of them.
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Old 06-23-2012, 02:37 AM   #22
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I'm really curious to see those Steeda spring on RedFocz ride. If they are indeed a 1" drop, I think that they will probably be the perfect spring for a cheap mod that won't destroy your suspension.

I'm going to take pics after I get about 2k miles on the springs and compare. I only saw about .5" of drop so far, and I'm curious if I get any more out of them.
How is the drop on the H&R springs?
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How is the drop on the H&R springs?
You would have to double-check, but I'm pretty sure that they are 1.5".
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H&R Sport Springs will lower your vehicle an average of 1.4" inches

Steeda's Springs are rated for 1" inch in the front .8" rear for the sedan, (hatch numbers next week when I install)

Eibach pro kit Lowers on Avg 0.8" front and rear

Eibach SPORTLINE KIT Lowers on Avg 1.5" front and rear
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What wheels are those? Looks great.
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Seriously?

Would these pass the wife/girlfriend/grandmother test? I really want to go with these on my wife's car to get rid of the wheel gap and fix the stance. I'm perfectly happy with the way the car handles as is, but obviously better would be good. My main concern is whether or not my wife will appreciate the stiffer ride. I'm thinking that since these are basically OEM, the drop and stiffness will be on the conservative side, which is good in this case.

Got any pics, btw?
I'm wondering the same thing. Essentially the same ride but a touch lower would be ideal!
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Eibach pro kit would be good for that. Keeps the stock ride with out being harsh but will lower the car about an inch.
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I'm really curious to see those Steeda spring on RedFocz ride. If they are indeed a 1" drop, I think that they will probably be the perfect spring for a cheap mod that won't destroy your suspension.

I'm going to take pics after I get about 2k miles on the springs and compare. I only saw about .5" of drop so far, and I'm curious if I get any more out of them.
How they riding so far Duane? Compared to our stock Ti handling setup? Might need some low in my future.
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Eibach pro kit would be good for that. Keeps the stock ride with out being harsh but will lower the car about an inch.
Can you compare them to the Ti handling setup? I know you've got the SE, but maybe you've driven a Ti handling?....
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Anybody rocking the H&R's? Or will I have to be the guinea pig and get some first? Will the stock shocks work well or should I get a set of like Bilstein's?

Just checked the website, H&R says 1.4" in the front and 1.3" in the rear.
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