Whats a good lowering spring ?

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Old 12-29-2013, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by socketz67
......Was it easy to meet alignment specs with the Eibachs?
Without camber kits just make sure you take it to a good alignment shop. A lot has to do with the skills of the tech guy to get it in spec.

I have the Eibach Pro Kit but still wanted front/rear SPC camber kits. I then took it to Firestone and got the lifetime alignment.

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Old 12-29-2013, 10:57 AM
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Is the handling improved over the stock S suspension, or equivalent? To be honest, I'd be happy with the latter as I know improvements normally come with some tradeoffs. I personally like the balance offered by the factory S suspension, but wish they would have shaved at least a 1/2 inch off the stance.
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Originally Posted by socketz67
Is the handling improved over the stock S suspension, or equivalent? To be honest, I'd be happy with the latter as I know improvements normally come with some tradeoffs. I personally like the balance offered by the factory S suspension, but wish they would have shaved at least a 1/2 inch off the stance.
Since you'll be lower you'll feel a little more connection to the road and since the suspension will be firmer you'll have slightly less sway but nothing compared to adding aftermarket sway bars. It will roughen up the ride and you'll definitely feel much more of the road as far as bumps and imperfections but IMO it's better than the softer OEM feel. There really is no way to lower your car and still keep the comfort of the oem suspension.

I'd also highly recommend biting the bullet and getting camber/toe kits when lowering, it's just one place where I wouldn't cut corners. Otherwise you'll be maxing out your OEM adjusters and still not be in spec, you may get it close but in the long run it's really a good investment.
Old 12-29-2013, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by blnewt

I'd also highly recommend biting the bullet and getting camber/toe kits when lowering, it's just one place where I wouldn't cut corners. Otherwise you'll be maxing out your OEM adjusters and still not be in spec, you may get it close but in the long run it's really a good investment.
Couldn't agree more. Even though Eibach is not one of the lower springs on the market, my alignment was still out of spec with the factory adjustment limitations. My front camber was -1.7 and my rear was -2.2 -- both are far out of spec. I had to go back and install the SPC arms and toe kit. Fortunately, it wasn't that bad of a job, but it woulda been even easier if I just did it with the springs.
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I like the drop of the tein s tech springs
Old 12-29-2013, 06:40 PM
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I put Eibach's on my coupe about 6 months ago... and switched them out for coilovers about 3 weeks ago... I'm going to sell the eibachs any day now.

Ride on eibachs was very close to stock... Speed bumps, or anything really, didnt even phase me.. But I didnt like the wheel gap in the rear so I bought entry level coilovers with dampening.. (BC coilovers).

Coils have been a headache and learning experience so far.. But it makes the car look sooo much better, so in the end its all worth it.

Just make sure you know what you want before you purchase anything.. If you want a drop without compromising ride quality.. Eibachs (or mild drop springs) are the way to go.. But if you're like me and always get mad when you see wheel gap... Just pull the trigger on some coils and adjust them to however you'd like.
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Originally Posted by jdubg37
I like the drop of the tein s tech springs
Might want to give this a look then~
https://www.myg37.com/forums/private...nt-camber.html
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What was wrong with the coilovers
Old 12-31-2013, 10:17 AM
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What springs does everyone have and how do you like them
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Originally Posted by jdubg37
What springs does everyone have and how do you like them
Eibach Pro Kit with stock 19" wheels....happy with the ride & look. No intentions of replacing them with coilovers
Old 12-31-2013, 11:48 AM
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Post pics
Old 12-31-2013, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jdubg37
Post pics
Just google "G37 Eibach springs" for all the pics you'll need. All these questions you've been asking are all over the site, no problem answering to a point but browse the site as well.
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Tanabe NF210.. great ride quality.. mild drop which i like...
Old 01-13-2014, 10:37 AM
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I just found some pics of my Eibach spring install. I did this a couple years ago so I totally forgot that I snapped a quick before and after picture. Indeed, the Eibach does provide a relatively mild drop, but for my preference, it's perfect. However, personal opinions are subjective, so I'll let the pictures speak for themselves. BTW, the car is probably about 1/4" lower now that the springs have settled. There is only about a 1 finger gap all around. Hope this is helpful..

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Old 01-14-2014, 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by blnewt
If I were to recommend a deep drop I'd just go w/ coilovers. The deep drop springs leave such little spring/shock travel that you're hitting bump stops often and the ride is very harsh. With adjustable coilovers you can get better suspension travel and adjust the ride so it's not cracking your jaw on bumps.
You'll be paying at least $550-600 more (for the low end coilovers) but when you factor in $500 for the camber/toe kits, and another few hundred for install and alignment (unless you DIY the install, which I recommend) the extra cash isn't that much in the scheme of things.

If I were to go w/ Springs I'd go w/ Eibach or Swift and leave the lower stuff to coils.

do you need to do camber kit when using springs i.e. Eibach?


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