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Suspension The best next step after H&K Springs

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Old Jun 1, 2006 | 11:47 AM
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The best next step after H&K Springs

What's up everyone here. A friend gave me some H&K springs and I allredy have the M7 understrut system installed. If I put on these springs what are a few things I will need to lower it "RIGHT" and what price should I be looking at for everything? Also, say I just slap these springs on, what problems would I run intoThanks in advance for everyones expert advice.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2006 | 08:59 PM
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do you mean H&R springs? H&K makes an variety of firearms..?

do you track the car often? You may consider upgrading shocks as well (~600 $). Other than that, you'll need an alignment, the price of which varies. Good job with the understrut system, that'll help. If you're like me, I would change out the rear swaybar when doing the springs, since you'll be down there anyway, kill two birds with one stone.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 09:54 AM
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First thing, get an alignment.

Then, get a rear swaybar. It's a must for every MINI owners. It makes the car handle like a dream, and gets rid of the annoying understeer!

It really makes the car feel like a totally different thing... I got a 19mm Ultrik heavyduty one and I love it!
 
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