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  • #31
    Originally posted by nascarnate326 View Post
    I took one coil off my front springs but I wish I would have did 1.5.

    I guess I just miss the slammed look and my true duals tuck up pretty decent.

    Back of my car is stock spring with heater hose. Again, I would like to take just a little more off, maybe half a coil.
    What's the ride quality compared to stock?


    Does anyone know if I have to pull the axles to put longer studs in?
    Last edited by mcalus; March 24th, 2015, 03:00 PM.
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    • #32
      Originally posted by mcalus View Post

      I also think I'll be cutting my stock springs in the meantime.
      @nascarnate326 how many coils did you cut?
      Check the build thread in my sig. I have a decent amount of info and pics. Overall, I am very happy with my cut spring setup.
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      • #33
        Originally posted by Atrus View Post
        Check the build thread in my sig. I have a decent amount of info and pics. Overall, I am very happy with my cut spring setup.
        Awesome thanks Kevin.

        Got the spare set of headlights split.


        I think I'm going to get these and then get a longer stud. What do I need 2" wheel studs?

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        • #34
          No problem - I am happy with the ride, but can't really compare to BMR or Strano's setup as I've never been in a vehicle equipped with their springs before.
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          • #35
            Originally posted by Atrus View Post
            No problem - I am happy with the ride, but can't really compare to BMR or Strano's setup as I've never been in a vehicle equipped with their springs before.
            My bmrs with brand new bilsteins road really rough.
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            • #36
              Originally posted by mcalus View Post
              My bmrs with brand new bilsteins road really rough.
              [MENTION=254]JoeliusZ28[/MENTION] has that setup I believe. I remember him saying it seemed really firm at first but it either loosened up or he got used to it.
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              • #37
                i love my kyb adjustable's and eibach Lt1 sportline springs....you will have to ride in my car mike
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                • #38
                  I have KYB AGX. I have them at the max setting for stiffness. Ride like it's on rocks
                  I had it at a lower number before and the ride was better than my park avenue. Cornering seemed to remain relatively good the lower I went. 10/10 would buy again.
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                  • #39
                    Originally posted by Atrus View Post
                    [MENTION=254]JoeliusZ28[/MENTION] has that setup I believe. I remember him saying it seemed really firm at first but it either loosened up or he got used to it.
                    Just the front springs and yes it road like a tank when i first put it together, practically hurt my back. But yes it did loosen up and i have no complaints now. The car corners hard. But a cut stock spring at the same height will ride noticeably better.

                    What i like most about cutting stock springs is you maintain the factory balance. Right now it seems like the rear "follows" what the front does...its hard to explain but i dont like the progressive springs i have in the rear of my car right now. Static rate all around ftw.
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                    • #40
                      My cut springs are not as "hard cutting" as the pro kit I had on the black car but the suspension in this car allows you to drive it all day long with no issues. Joel and I went to St Ignace last year and it road like a dream.

                      I still think that going a little more would have been ok just so that it looks a little better. Probably something I will say forever and never actually do because of how well it rides right now. I do have tubular upper and lower control arms. I assume when you do the turbo you will get tubular k member and control arms.
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                      • #41
                        Got a pair of the new tires in. I'll be picking up a set of 10 spokes this weekend. I just don't want to deal with putting new studs in and hoping the widened 10 spokes clear.

                        I'll be painting the wheels to save some money. I think I'll be going with the stock color but I'm still unsure at this point.

                        Edit: I ordered 2 more tires today.

                        Last edited by mcalus; March 26th, 2015, 06:13 PM.
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                        • #42
                          Just throwing this out there..even though you didn't ask for it: Go with something a tiny bit darker then stock. Not quite gunmetal but something just enough to vibe with the black sail panel.

                          Ive considered having my wheels redone with Cyber Grey Metallic...but I love the 35th look too much.
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                          • #43
                            Originally posted by nascarnate326 View Post
                            Just throwing this out there..even though you didn't ask for it: Go with something a tiny bit darker then stock. Not quite gunmetal but something just enough to vibe with the black sail panel.

                            Ive considered having my wheels redone with Cyber Grey Metallic...but I love the 35th look too much.
                            I'm definitely open to suggestions I'll have to mess with some colors or look at color chips we have at work.
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                            • #44
                              I have a Strano/Bilstein setup. It rides pretty nice.
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                              • #45
                                Any consideration into a BMR 1" lowering A-arm? Might as well do it with the turbo K-member!
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