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I'm thinking about purchasing myself a set of Eibachs for a small drop that's good enough to just cover the wheel gap at a low price. But I need some more assurance before I pull the plug. I searched and noticed the answers are about 50/50 on whether camber kits are needed. And that the stock shocks last anywhere from 20,000 - 50,000 miles. Does anyone have a firm idea about this. Cause if I need to buy camber kits, replace tires every 10,000 miles, and have to replace shocks along with installations then that is way out of my price range.
I've been on my Eibach PK's for 25,000 + miles now. No camber kit with my 20x9.5 front and 20x10.5 rear wheels. There is a bit of camber wear though but not too bad. My car is a daily and it probably still has a good 6 mos to a year left on the threads.
I've been on my Eibach PK's for 25,000 + miles now. No camber kit with my 20x9.5 front and 20x10.5 rear wheels. There is a bit of camber wear though but not too bad. My car is a daily and it probably still has a good 6 mos to a year left on the threads.
How are your shocks holding up though ? Getting worn quick or is it barely noticeable ?
I'm dropped on Eibachs right now been so for a little while. It's a nice drop, the ride doesn't change too much. Just a little stiffer. I don't have the camber kits nor do I need them. I plan on getting coilovers soon but not because I don't like the Eibachs.
you don't need a camber kit for the eibach or tanabe NF210 drop. They are both very conservative.
You say this, but going thread to thread, including the above posted links, MANY people complain about uneven tire wear and shops not able to get the alignment within specs...
You say this, but going thread to thread, including the above posted links, MANY people complain about uneven tire wear and shops not able to get the alignment within specs...
If thats what you're worried about then go ahead and get a camber kit with it.
I've been on Eibachs for a good 6 months now and I had my alignment done and there was no need for a camber kit. As for the shocks, I won't know in the long run cause I plan on switching to BC racing coil overs. Honestly man, just save up for a little longer and get a set of coils and a camber kit. Yes, its more expensive but in the long run you won't have to worry about the problems you're stating later on.
I was out both front and rear. I got the rear camber kit but front is still out. There is no noticeable tire wear however. The "S" shocks seem to be fine.
11-27-2011, 12:06 AM
