« previous next »
Pages: [1]

Author Topic: Which brand springs to get?  (Read 1356 times)

Offline Jacky Ng

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 696
Which brand springs to get?
« on: April 30, 2003, 05:16:35 pm »
I'm planning to lower my car about an inch or so.  I have a pair of KYB GR-2 at the back so if I get springs I will change the front 2 shocks too.  What kind of springs do they make for our cars and approximately how much is it?                   I do not want to buy any camber kit though.  Is it alright without camber kit for just one inch job?
Also, would there be any rubbing?  I have slightly oversized 215/55R16 snow tires on.
Thanks.
Logged
97 TSi AWD (SOLD)
95 ESi (RIP)

Offline John Hartman

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17539
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #1 on: April 30, 2003, 07:48:51 pm »
I would suggest Eibach Pro. They lower about 1.25" and are very well made. Eibach has been making performance springs for Euro cars for a LONG time.

That or H&R.  But the H&R can be a bit expensive...
Logged
91 Eagle Talon TSi 5spd awd.  GT-12, TriFlow Cams, 850s, Tial, JIC, Jackal, sticky rubber.
86 Merkur XR4Ti 5spd, rwd, turbo, 91,381km.  Original paint, heated leather. intercooled, big VAM, Full 3" exhaust, Cossie sway bar, 16" tires.
06 Mazdaspeed6 6spd awd, DISI turbo, heated leather HIDs, Corksport, Cobb, Konig, Centric...
2018 VW Golf Alltrack turbo Tornado Red, 6mt, some free mods

Offline Wayne Barbaza

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 200
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #2 on: April 30, 2003, 09:45:47 pm »
I have a set of suspension techniques ... ~1.25" drop or maybe a bit more. They've settled in nicely. Not too low.  THey feel awesome but I couldn't say how they feel with aftermarket shocks cuz i still have stockers.  got 'em from L&R for $275.
Logged

Offline John Hartman

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17539
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2003, 10:06:28 pm »
hmmm, $275 for all 4?  Installed?
Logged
91 Eagle Talon TSi 5spd awd.  GT-12, TriFlow Cams, 850s, Tial, JIC, Jackal, sticky rubber.
86 Merkur XR4Ti 5spd, rwd, turbo, 91,381km.  Original paint, heated leather. intercooled, big VAM, Full 3" exhaust, Cossie sway bar, 16" tires.
06 Mazdaspeed6 6spd awd, DISI turbo, heated leather HIDs, Corksport, Cobb, Konig, Centric...
2018 VW Golf Alltrack turbo Tornado Red, 6mt, some free mods

Offline Cole MacDonald

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 1092
    • Cardomain
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #4 on: April 30, 2003, 10:26:26 pm »
I have a set of suspension techniques too, they are great, handles great and a nice hight. Only thing is on very long trips the ride gets kind of annoying. Otherwise I love them.
Logged
1990 FWD Laser 240 FWHP
1993 AWD Laser, 2.4L GT35r powered 562 AWHP
2014 Ram 3500 6.7L Cummins
2012 Skidoo Summit X 800 E Tec 164HP

Offline Wayne Barbaza

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 200
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #5 on: April 30, 2003, 10:34:32 pm »
actually, $275 for all 4, plus $100 installation @ L&R I think is what I paid.
Logged

Offline Jacky Ng

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 696
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #6 on: May 01, 2003, 12:26:09 am »
My first choice would be the Eibach Pro-kit too.  But then it is kinda pricy new and it's hard to find a set used.  Anyone know anyone selling used springs?
For the ones with suspension technique springs, do they sag after a long time?  Thanks.
Logged
97 TSi AWD (SOLD)
95 ESi (RIP)

Offline Dan Harshey

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 1385
    • http://www.geocities.com/dishesco/Dishes_Home.html
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #7 on: May 01, 2003, 11:39:10 am »
I have a set of Suspension Techniques Springs lowered my car about 1.25" cost me about $500 maybe i got ripped off i don't know but i installed them myself, they handle great
Dan
Logged
91 Talon Tsi AWD 312hp/294ft/lbs<br />93 Talon Tsi FWD SOLD!

Offline Cole MacDonald

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 1092
    • Cardomain
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #8 on: May 01, 2003, 06:54:53 pm »
My suspension techniques are about 10 years old, maybe a bit more and they don't seem to sag as far as i can tell
Logged
1990 FWD Laser 240 FWHP
1993 AWD Laser, 2.4L GT35r powered 562 AWHP
2014 Ram 3500 6.7L Cummins
2012 Skidoo Summit X 800 E Tec 164HP

Offline John Hartman

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17539
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #9 on: May 01, 2003, 07:09:46 pm »
yea yours looked good Cole :)

how is your alignment, and do you need extra parts to make up for the different geometry?  I dont wanna buy extra pieces and put them in, I just want to put in the springs and go drive it.
Logged
91 Eagle Talon TSi 5spd awd.  GT-12, TriFlow Cams, 850s, Tial, JIC, Jackal, sticky rubber.
86 Merkur XR4Ti 5spd, rwd, turbo, 91,381km.  Original paint, heated leather. intercooled, big VAM, Full 3" exhaust, Cossie sway bar, 16" tires.
06 Mazdaspeed6 6spd awd, DISI turbo, heated leather HIDs, Corksport, Cobb, Konig, Centric...
2018 VW Golf Alltrack turbo Tornado Red, 6mt, some free mods

Offline Cole MacDonald

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 1092
    • Cardomain
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #10 on: May 01, 2003, 09:50:12 pm »
I didn't own the car when they were put in so I don't know what was need, if anything, for the alignment. I doubt that anything was needed for the rear other than the springs tho cause it's live axle setup unlike you ppl that have AWD and independent rear suspension, buggers. I want AWD :moon:
Logged
1990 FWD Laser 240 FWHP
1993 AWD Laser, 2.4L GT35r powered 562 AWHP
2014 Ram 3500 6.7L Cummins
2012 Skidoo Summit X 800 E Tec 164HP

Offline Jacky Ng

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 696
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #11 on: May 06, 2003, 01:14:30 am »
Finally ordered some springs and shocks.
Got H&R Sport and Tokico blue/kyb-gr-2.
=)
Should be here soon.
Logged
97 TSi AWD (SOLD)
95 ESi (RIP)

Offline Travis Merrick

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2394
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #12 on: May 06, 2003, 07:45:28 am »
This is my car after AGX and Sportline setup in rear


-/_/-----\_\-
Logged
2 TSi AWD - 14.2@98mph - RIP

85 SJ413 w/ Toy axles

Offline John Hartman

  • Senior Member
  • Hero Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17539
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #13 on: May 06, 2003, 07:12:09 pm »
yea, Sportlines are too low for my tastes, even with a camber kit.  Just the thought of that expensive 304 stainless getting ripped off on an ant or earthworm, makes me sick :)

But you will own my ass at autocross. :)
Logged
91 Eagle Talon TSi 5spd awd.  GT-12, TriFlow Cams, 850s, Tial, JIC, Jackal, sticky rubber.
86 Merkur XR4Ti 5spd, rwd, turbo, 91,381km.  Original paint, heated leather. intercooled, big VAM, Full 3" exhaust, Cossie sway bar, 16" tires.
06 Mazdaspeed6 6spd awd, DISI turbo, heated leather HIDs, Corksport, Cobb, Konig, Centric...
2018 VW Golf Alltrack turbo Tornado Red, 6mt, some free mods

Offline Jacky Ng

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 696
Which brand springs to get?
« Reply #14 on: May 07, 2003, 12:11:54 am »
Do you guys think I will need a camber kit?
Also, which shop did you guys bring it to for alignment?
Logged
97 TSi AWD (SOLD)
95 ESi (RIP)
Pages: [1]
« previous next »