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Suspension H-Sport Springs and Comp Rear Bar Install

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Old May 27, 2004 | 04:51 PM
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I know there have been many posts regarding this combo but... Just had mine installed today, and wow!! Yes, the handling is much improved over stock but what really surprised me is that the ride quality is also improved over stock. I swear the ride is smoother and much more comfortable. Have others noticed this as well or is this just me?
 
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Old May 27, 2004 | 08:35 PM
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It's not just your head. :smile: mine too. hehehe.

The progressive spring rate does soften up the ride a littie during
initial bump and therefore the car stays flat on most of the smaller bumps.
 
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Old May 27, 2004 | 08:37 PM
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welcome to the world of there-are-no-negatives

The H-Sport springs are still the best spring on the market, bar none.
 
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Old May 29, 2004 | 02:56 PM
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>>The H-Sport springs are still the best spring on the market, bar none.

Amen to that,brother!
Next victim, the dreaded run-flats. Any suggestions on replacements?
Jim

 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 08:45 PM
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Just a quick question on the front H-sport spring install for anyone who can answer this. The directions say you don't have to use the dust boot or you can cut it as shown in the directions. Who has used the boot or can it really be taken out and disguarded. Thanks for your help guys.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 08:28 AM
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newbs49- dust boots are encouraged if you run off-road often in the country side
or on gravel terrain. Otherwise, you're pretty much okay without.

I did cut the front bumpstop top layer on mine when I installed the H-sports
so that I can use the boots. I use it just as a precaution since I already have it,
but not necessary on the kinda driving I do on the streets.

I don't use dust boots on my other coilover systems on my other cars and
never had a problem.


 
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