Coilover question for 06 sti
02-07-2013, 12:05 AM
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can't believe with all these low people no one has mentioned anything about helper springs. you will NEED to droop the spring or remove the preload as indicated. you will need to purchase helper springs for the fronts and that will take up the space between the preload perch and the spring so your spring rates will still be effective. problem solved. you will NEED to take apart the coilover to install the additional helper springs.
EDIT: I believe I may have an extra set of Stance helper springs that should fit as long as the diameter is the same. LMK if you're interested. $100 and their yours. Brand new. never used.
EDIT: I believe I may have an extra set of Stance helper springs that should fit as long as the diameter is the same. LMK if you're interested. $100 and their yours. Brand new. never used.
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02-07-2013, 05:56 PM
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okay yeah thanks man ill def let you know. ima try back off the preload a little and see if i can get a 1/2 inch drop. if the springs are too loose ill consider that offer if they will fit. ill figure something out. thanks for every ones help!
02-07-2013, 05:59 PM
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1/2" is doable with dropping with preload. However. Your strut rebound will be the problem and you can bottom out prematurely without the helpers. I have them as long as they fit. The inside diameter is 2.5" and the whole spring diameter is 2.75". Lmk
02-07-2013, 06:54 PM
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okay yeah ill let you know. ill get those measurements when i do the adjustments. thanks alot.
02-08-2013, 10:35 AM
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Not to steal this thread, but i don't want to start another...
I have an 06 wrx with 5x100 to 5x114 hubcentric adapters...
I want coilovers, do I get sti coilovers or wrx. I'm pretty sure wrx ones but not 100 percent sure
I have an 06 wrx with 5x100 to 5x114 hubcentric adapters...
I want coilovers, do I get sti coilovers or wrx. I'm pretty sure wrx ones but not 100 percent sure
02-08-2013, 10:42 AM
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If you want to go lower you have to drop the preload, the spring will be loose and it will compress when you lower the car from the jack. That, or get different coilovers such as BC extreme low kit. It has a shorter shock cartridge so it wont hit the cv boot. Good luck.
No more slammed days hahah. But what iDrive suggested will work but be ready for a really bumpy ride and less travel.
02-08-2013, 11:42 AM
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