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R50/53 Those with MINI Sport Suspension...

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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 08:33 PM
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Those with MINI Sport Suspension...

What aftermarket springs would you recommend for a look just a bit lower to enhance the look for 17" S-lites.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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I have the H-sport springs all the way around. Drops it by about an inch. You feel the stickiness in the corners. Better look as well. Do a search on springs and you'll find a ton of stuff including the install how to. You can pick the springs up from the just about anyone in the vendor directory. I'd give Chad a ring at Detriot tuned

http://www.detroittuned.com/
 
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Old Oct 5, 2007 | 12:06 PM
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I've had the H-Sports on my car for a while now, been very happy with them. It gives the car a much better stance, but the ride is a bit harsher. Planning on upgrading to coil overs this winter. Here is a pic in good light to show what kind of drop they give.

 
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Old Oct 5, 2007 | 12:51 PM
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Great pic. Good lookin' MINI
 
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Old Oct 6, 2007 | 05:04 AM
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Check out the "Show us your lowered MINI" thread in the "Suspension" forum. That'll give you lots of ideas.
 
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Old Oct 6, 2007 | 11:43 AM
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Well, considering I have slightly wider tires for autocross, my ride height is staying right where it is. I have the JCW suspension, and there is still a little body roll. If I'm going to wear out my tires, I want to leave the rubber on the course, not the inside of the wheel wells.
 
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