H&R vs. Eibach lowering springs
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H&R vs. Eibach lowering springs
What's the consensus on the board regarding lowering springs...
H&R claim a 1.2" drop, while Eibach states a 1" to 1.5" drop.
Eibach only seems to be about $50 bucks more... what's the better spring kit? And why? I need to order some by the end of the week.
H&R claim a 1.2" drop, while Eibach states a 1" to 1.5" drop.
Eibach only seems to be about $50 bucks more... what's the better spring kit? And why? I need to order some by the end of the week.
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I have a 2009 base Carrera, 3.6L engine, I have a PSM button that seems to turn traction control off... I don't think I have PASM (as I don't have the shock absorber icon/button if thats what PASM is)...
I think it was Tom at champion who told me I needed part # # 29188-1
But on this website: http://www.shox.com/appguide/shoxsho...ctsdisplay.php
The 29188-1 is for 2005-2008... and for 2009 they recommend:
041. H&R Sport Springs2009 - 2010# 54097-2 OK w/ PASM Lowers F& R(1.2)
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Nevermind, I called them... the 54097-2 is for the C4... but C4 wasn't listed in their description anywhere which is why it was confusing.
I think it was Tom at champion who told me I needed part # # 29188-1
But on this website: http://www.shox.com/appguide/shoxsho...ctsdisplay.php
The 29188-1 is for 2005-2008... and for 2009 they recommend:
041. H&R Sport Springs2009 - 2010# 54097-2 OK w/ PASM Lowers F& R(1.2)
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Nevermind, I called them... the 54097-2 is for the C4... but C4 wasn't listed in their description anywhere which is why it was confusing.
Last edited by Mark Ducati; Oct 25, 2010 at 06:41 PM.
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From my experience, eibach tries to keep the ride oem and lowers the car less than H&R. H&R is usually more aggressive (lower) and rides stiffer. Never had problems with eibach and never heard of problems with H&R.
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Eibach
I installed the Eibachs. I was informed that these springs lower one inch--which is what I wanted. Lowering more than one inch may cause other suspension issues according to technical writers for car magazines. Also, i was told by Eibach
that their springs are progressive- so I do not notice any
difference in the ride quality in daily driving. Not sure about
track usage.
that their springs are progressive- so I do not notice any
difference in the ride quality in daily driving. Not sure about
track usage.
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