Springs for Classic ?

[frank c]

Thinking about getting some new springs for my Classic..

I would ideally like to fit some P1/STi suspension but funds are a bit low at the moment.

I would like to get rid of the gap when i fit my 17's but would still like to retain some comfort..

What do you guys have fitted and what do you recommend.. Eibach, Tein..H&R ??

Cheers

Frank

[RS Grant]

In the same situation myself Frank.... I'm just down to H&R (which I had on the Wagon and were fine) and some Teins, which I've seen a lot of peeps fit to New-Age and be very happy with.

Eibach never look low enough for me and have seen a few Eibach-equipped cars starting to sag a bit at the back after a wee while...

Cheers,

Grant

[frank c]

Thanks Grant.

I remember Johnny had the H&R 's fitted and also heard good things about the Teins.

Just a bit worried how long my shocks will last once springs are fitted.

Sould really check to see what shocks i can get from work (Dingbro).

Will standard shocks be ok with H&R's ?

and what make are they..

Frank

[paddy247]

Whiteline are doing some good spring kits at the moment,

They have the "flat out" or the "controll" versions available, AWD carry these in stock

Paddy

[RS Grant]

Whats the difference between the two Paddy??

If you work in Dingbro, surely you can get parts 'cheap' Frank?? I have a couple of friends in motorfactors over here and the 'discount' they get is amazing. Haha!! []

Cheers,

Grant

[paddy247]

Pretty much as they are described Grant, "flat out" is just that and the "controll" are closer/similar to a good sti spring in terms of height/handling. But probally just a liitle better[]

[frank c]

Discount is good Grant..Just not sure what make the shocks are.....

Not heard of the Whiteline Control Springs though.

What price do these go for Paddy ?

[frank c]

Any other opinions ???????????????

[drb5]

Forget the rest Frank.

Get yourself some H&R's and be prepared to roll the rear arches. [H]

[frank c]

Thanks Dave..

Will i need to roll the rear arches even with 17's on ??

cheers

Frank

[drb5]

Probably mate. It's more-so the tyres themselves and you'll be on 215/45's i expect?

Won't need much though, but i had to warn you. []

I recently changed my sussy to STi5 V5 strut's with PI springs and so far they've been great. I find the rears sit a lot higher than the H&R's, but AFAIK it's the same, except lower, as the P1 sussy. Spoiler-scraping-tastic!![8-)]

[frank c]

Would going down to 40 profile help or am i better off sticking with the 45's ??

I know prices vary but what would i be looking at for P1 or STi V5/6 suspension ?

[euan_r]

ive got the whitline springs they do lower a bit are cheap and comfortable. But the wagon does roll a bit too much for my liking round the corners. although having lowered a previous car 40mm my back is very pleased.

[drb5]

Na, not worth the hassle IMHO. Besides you get a better top speed with the 45 tyres.

 

I got mine for......£170, but don't tell anyone. [][]

 

They usually go for about £300, but if you can find em cheap, it's worth paying it. As long as they ain't rough as feck and V5 or 6. You could look at KYB shocks if your interested in STi suspension, as they aren't far off the stiffness TBH and they are adjustable dampening too.

[frank c]

Cheers Dave..

I knew i should have asked you first.

Frank

[drb5]

Lol!!!! []

 

You MSN yet Frank?

[frank c]

Emmmmm i think so ( windows messenger)

Once i find oot how to work it lolol

[drb5]

You know your email address for it? PM me it and i'll see if it add's you.

[frank c]

Now that's a very good question...

My address for it mmmmmmmm. I'll need to get back to you on that..

[drb5]

PMSL!!

 

Go to this... http://get.live.com/messenger/overview and download it. Should be easy enough for you to understand. [][]

[frank c]

I touch goats again

[scoobykev]

 As long as they ain't rough as feck and V5 or 6. You could look at KYB shocks if your interested in STi suspension, as they aren't far off the stiffness TBH and they are adjustable dampening too.

Am i reading this right, are you saying not to buy v5 or v6 suspension, if so , why? or is it just my specs need cleaning[:$]

[drb5]

Lol, sorry just didn't explain myself well enough.

I'm just making a point in explaining to make sure they are either v5 or v6 suspension(as they are newer and therefore should be in better condition), but don't buy they if they look as though they have been in a war.

 

I say v5 and 6 suspension is great, but still a bit high for me, on the STi springs. []

[scoobykev]

thank you, it makes to me sense now, i've bought a set off a v-limited, 20mm lower than an sti apparently[]