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R55 Is anyone running the H&R Street Performance Coilovers?

Old Aug 15, 2011 | 09:31 AM
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Is anyone running the H&R Street Performance Coilovers?

I'm looking for feedback on the ride quality, performance, etc.

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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 10:18 AM
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i got them, but mine are 3rd hand after a pair of R53s. just needed the little spacer for the rears to mount up. other than that they went on fine and ride nice and smooth.


 
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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I've been running the H&R coil overs for over 150k miles, including seven autocross seasons.

I'll be rebuilding the chassis this winter, just because I cannot believe any suspension can really go that far - but NOT because of any failure or complaints.

So I would recommend the H&R product for durability.

(and for effect - my car has been competitive in STX, where the WRX and BMW stalks the land...)

Cheers,

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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 04:54 PM
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Dang that looks low....I was going todo this but maybe not.....I am in winter prone Minnesota and I don't think that will fair well
 
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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 03:47 AM
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Mind you that the whole point of coil-overs is the threaded adjustment for the spring perch which allows you to pick your ride height within the limits of the gear you have installed.

That pretty Mini is slammed - but that was the owner's choice during the installation I reckon.

Mine is low, but not THAT low!

 
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 06:06 AM
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yeah, that's most of the way down. there's still plenty of room to raise it up.

i think the highest they go is ~1.4 inches lower than stock which should still be enough for winter clearance.
 
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