I had a set of Eibach pro springs in my car, but as I was changing my wheels today (from winter tires to summer ones) I noticed that my drivers side front spring broke in two. It appers that there might have been a hairline crack in the coil, and over time salty water got in and corroded it right in half! Anyways, now I need to replace them. I want a lower ride height but not a groud scraper. The Eibachs were decent ride wise, but I found that they didn't really lower the car all that much. What do you guys recommend? Also is there a kit available to fix the camber issues due to the lowered ride height? I live in Calgary....do u guys know if there a reputable dealer to get this stuff? Thanks all!

 

?crucial racing?
not quite sure if these are lower or not, but I've only heard good things about them... there's a group buy going on at wrxfanatics.com

 

Do you have a WRX or STi? Dales Alignment in BC is a good Canadian shop.


- Andrew

 

Will the Cobb Tuning Sport Springs fit? My WRX is an 02 model. These springs say they will fit 04 and up. Is there a difference? I just ordered them.

 

Notice this thread stickied right at the top of the forum.

https://www.i-club.com/forums/suspension-handling-brakes-195/will-suspension-part-fit-my-car-thread-180604/


This part specifically:
- Andrew

 

Awsome....thanks for the advice. I just called the shop and cancelled the order for the Cobb springs, since I would need to use +04' rear strut tops (and I don't want to order those). I'll use 02-03 specific springs, maybe from Whiteline or Perrin.
Also, I noticed that my car was starting to wear out the inside of all 4 tires with the Eibach springs (the ones that broke and will be replaced). Can the camber be adjusted using the factory adjustibility or will I need camber plates to correct for the lower ride height?

Thanks all!

 

Prodrive and Swift make great 02-03 specific springs too.

You should be able to get enough camber adjustment out of the stock bolts, no camber plates needed. In the rear, camber bolts would be an option but I personally wouldn't bother. Just make sure your alignment guy sets it to 0 toe front and rear.


- Andrew

 

thanks for the great advice. It looks like I'm going to go with a set of Megan springs. I checked out their web site and it looks like a decent product. I also got a great deal on them.
I'll make sure to tell the alignment shop about the 0 toe front and rear. Once i get the springs, I'll try and post some pics...

 

if you're just looking to replace the springs and looking for a comfortable ride the tanabe nf210 would be a good idea. they add a little bit lower ride height while maintaining comfortability. or the tanabe df210 that add more lowering capabilities and add performance and handling.

 

Megan springs have a huuuge drop and are soft. It's not gonna handle too well and you'll be riding on the bumpstops.


- Andrew

 

Crucial springs FTW!!