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USDM V8 Struts w/Eibach Pro STi springs

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Old Nov 22, 2004 | 03:51 PM
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USDM V8 Struts w/Eibach Pro STi springs

I didn't see too many posts about this setup on a 2002 WRX Sedan. I got a great deal on this strut/spring combo and had Auto Innovations install it today. I'm not going to do a review on this...just gonna make a quick note about the ride: VERY FIRM. I don't know if I like it: the ride height is a little low for me and the ride is a bit too stiff. Driving on 880 from Milpitas to Santa Clara, I had never noticed how many undulations and bumps there are on the freeway!

Handling wise, the car is greatly improved as compared to the stock WRX suspension. Turn in is crisp and there is no more body roll. If performance is the sole objective, then this is the right suspension. However, I'm too much of a pansy and value comfort high among my list of objectives. LOL. I will take a few long drives over this holiday weekend to see how much I like/dislike it.

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Old Nov 22, 2004 | 07:33 PM
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I have almost the same setup. I am running V8 JDM STi struts with the Eibach pro kit. I do not like this setup at all. For starters, the car sits to low for me and the car has a real bouncy ride on the freeway. I am installing a set of Espelir GT springs next week and i will let you know how it goes.


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Old Nov 22, 2004 | 09:49 PM
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Yes, please keep me updated. I am contemplating either STi Pinks or Prodrive after this.

I'll take some pictures of my car over the weekend to post on here.
Old Nov 28, 2004 | 10:28 PM
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Everyone praises the AGX + Prodrive combo; how does your setup compare to Eibach's on stock struts (assuming you've ridden in that setup before)?

Anyhow, here are the pictures...sorry for the underexposed shots. The drop isn't too bad as you can see. I actually got used to the somewhat stiff ride; it was kind of worth it for the performance factor!







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Old Dec 18, 2004 | 02:01 PM
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Your car looks absolutely perfect.
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