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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 11:13 AM
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Spring Time! (Not the season ;)

Hey Guys,

I'm looking at springs! And if anyone says coilovers, I will do something bad! What springs here does everyone reccomend? Eibachs, H&R, etc.? Does anyone have any pros or cons? Any before and after pics? I'd love to hear some insight before I do anything I may regret!

Thanks!
 
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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 12:27 PM
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TSW supposedly handle really great but some have had an issue of increased height in the front. H&R and H-Sport are both supposed to be good.

Swift has some springs coming out, there is a lot of buzz around those.

Is your main goal looks or handling or ride? That will help people give you some recommendations.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 01:18 PM
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I'm running Hsport springs and extremely pleased with them. Good amount of drop without feeling harsh. I highly recommen them.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 01:59 PM
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+1 on the h &r sports...right at a 1 inch drop and good ride still..just installed them about a week ago and very happy
 
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 01:11 AM
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I'm all about performance, Looks are a +
 
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by dannyhavok
TSW supposedly handle really great but some have had an issue of increased height in the front.
I believe that Way says the issue has been resolved
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 08:19 AM
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If your looking for some springs that give a good drop and still isn't much stiffer than stock, check out Apex springs from Moss Mini. Drops 30mm all around, levels the car out, and are supposedly linear. Only $100. Here is a picture on billswebspace.com showcasing the APEX springs.

 

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