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Suspension Swift Springs finally coming out with lowering springs

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Old Mar 23, 2011 | 09:40 AM
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Anyone get these yet?
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Old Mar 23, 2011 | 09:43 AM
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Id be curious how these would run with the JCW struts.
 
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 12:31 AM
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Are these stiffer than H&R's?
 
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Old Apr 8, 2011 | 09:07 AM
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Yes, Spring rate wise, these are stiffer than H&R's.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 07:42 AM
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Isn't it the case that vehicle weight puts the car essentially on the bumpstops? Around 2.5 inches bump travel including the bumpstop at stock ride height?

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the setup is called "active bumpstop", yes.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2011 | 10:59 AM
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Still waiting on a review on these puppies! I am thinking of switching out to Swift when I install my Yellows
 
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Old Apr 24, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by rjtrout2000
Still waiting on a review on these puppies! I am thinking of switching out to Swift when I install my Yellows
bumpity bump!
 
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Old May 26, 2011 | 10:02 PM
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Are these out yet? Experiences? Pictures? Where can I buy them at?

I sent ninjlao a PM a couple of days ago, no response...

Should I just contact one of the dealers Swift lists on their website?
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 05:27 AM
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That is what I would do if I were interested. It seems like they have fallen off the forum radar for now
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 05:38 AM
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Are these simply so good they should sell themselves?

No reviews, no pictures... Just talks of dynos and previous experiences of them on other cars..
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 05:46 AM
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I know right? It seems to me that they aren't trying very hard to let anyone know if they are even available yet. Just a word to the wise, these springs will ride STIFF too. I have never ridden along in a car equipped with their sport springs that that didn't ride as such, no matter what shock is equipped with them
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 07:36 AM
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Planning on pairing these with Bilstein SP's... Which also don't have many reviews...


At this rate, I might wind up saving up for a set of coilovers.
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by LüDICRöüS
Planning on pairing these with Bilstein SP's... Which also don't have many reviews...


At this rate, I might wind up saving up for a set of coilovers.
That setup would be fantastic! Those SP shocks from Bilstein are the way to go! It was a tough choice between them and Yellows, but got a good deal on the Yellows so that made up my mind for me!

I would say do it and then write up your own review. The car will handle sooooo much better with the setup you are planning here. I would call Vivid Racing and see whether or not the springs are available yet.
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:19 AM
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Can't take credit for the idea... Keith (k-huevo) suggested I go this route, and referred me to ninjlao but it seems he's MIA.
 
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:43 AM
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Bilsteins Sports with the Swifts and some camber plates would probably be a better all around set-up than many of the cheap coilovers out there IMO. If I hadn't bought springs a couple weeks before these were released I probably would have gotten them to go with my Koni Yellows. They're a little firmer and lower than I wanted though.

Anyway, there are ton of Swift vendors not on this site. They are popular with Subaru and Mitsubishi companies. Many people despise Vivid racing FYI though they probably have gotten their act together by now.

Turn-In Concepts is a great Swift vendor.

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Old May 27, 2011 | 08:29 PM
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Curious, so subscribing to this thread.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 04:03 PM
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any info?
 
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 06:49 PM
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I'm gonna call Swift tomorrow and ask. I have to know!
 
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by rjtrout2000
I'm gonna call Swift tomorrow and ask. I have to know!
please post back when you hear!
 
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 08:55 PM
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I wouldn't hold my breath...
 
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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 05:51 PM
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Couldn't get anyone today, I am calling again tomorrow.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2011 | 12:05 AM
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Apparently they're still in production, Swift says they'll be out shortly.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 08:53 AM
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Sorry I really havent had the time to get around to posting anything up lately. Been pretty busy with life. Anyways I will be gathering all detailed information about these springs shortly. I will also be posting up pictures of the drop and a quick review. Sorry been out of it for a little bit. But I assure you guys that they have already moved into production with the springs.

I have worked with them on creating these springs and all the details needed to move forward with the production is already completed. I will find out from them when the ETA for them to arrive will be.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 10:10 PM
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Swift makes great springs, can't wait to have these as an option
 
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 01:05 PM
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From Facebook:

"The Spec R springs for the Mini! This is the final product guys, lots of R&D which took years to complete but its finally here. Already in the middle of production and will be here shortly. A little less than an inch drop, exact details will be posted on our website shortly."

 
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