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New Shocks and Springs installed!!!

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Old 01-12-07, 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by vipernicus42
...I think eibach/suspension techniques have very close spring rates...Jon

front rear drop

stock 100 85 n/a
racing beat 145 110 (not sure, usually none)
suspension techniques 85/120 80 1" all around
eibach 171 100 .8" all around

all the above info came from mazdatrix, except for the drops:

http://mazdatrix.com/h4579-85.htm

the ST are progressive. they are at 85 when driving and then change to 120 during hard cornering. this is to give a better every day ride quality and still add some performance. a great spring for a DD IMO as long as the drop isnt too far.

ill be running ST and HP on the DD FB. i got my illuminas in yesterday and the eibachs are on their way for the SA. the SA also has ST front and rear sway bars. i need to get some RB sway bars for the FB.
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No pix yet?
Old 01-23-07, 11:46 AM
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well, the weather lately hasnt been very conducive to anything outside, let alone a drive just for pictars.
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I had the Tokico HP Blues/RB Springs and RB sway bar setup. Monster improvement over stock. The sway bar was the last item to go in, turn in on corners became very predictable. When I do it all again, I think I'll go for some slightly stiffer springs in the front, it still seemed to have some dive and I think I could go stiffer.
Old 01-23-07, 08:54 PM
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hurry up and dish out some pics mate people are waiting lol

good on ya for upgrading suspension

now u need to fit that header i sold u on for the full effect
Old 01-23-07, 11:19 PM
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You got a header too? I wanna know how that sounds with your Magnaflow. I'm running a RB streetable header and have been debating for a long time whether or not to go for a Magnaflow, Borla, or RB muffler.
Old 01-24-07, 01:12 AM
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well i have decided to hold off on the pics until early next month...for the reason being ...ONE..i need to wait till my tax return to buy everything else that i need. Once i buy everything i need then i will install everything in a weekend or two and take LOTS of pics...Here is my listing so far :

1) Slotted Rotors
2) Remaning exhaust components to install my new header (thanks BLWFLY) and a mid muffler (another magnaflow hehe) to act as a presilencer.
3) Stainless steel Brake lines
4) Konig rewinds- Graphite with Polished Lip (15 x 7)
5) New Tires (not sure which ones yet..im up for any suggestions)
6) New Bushings (Energy Suspension)
7) Repaint my Front Bumper


Once i have all these items installed then i want to take a **** load of new pics of the FB.
Old 01-24-07, 01:26 AM
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u got a lsd? ild be happy with a burnout
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no i don't....
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cello, youre gonna give me your rims, right? ive got a brand new set of tires in the grarge waiting to go on them, hehe.

once you have an install date pinned down, let me know, ill be there with floor jacks on.
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Originally Posted by ZeikHunter
cello, youre gonna give me your rims, right? ive got a brand new set of tires in the grarge waiting to go on them, hehe.

once you have an install date pinned down, let me know, ill be there with floor jacks on.

i hate to say but chad called them a long time ago....but i havent decided if i am gonna sell them yet.
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If your getting rewinds what are you doing with your old wheels?
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Originally Posted by fcdrifter13
If your getting rewinds what are you doing with your old wheels?

a friend of mine called dibs on them a while back.....if that falls through i will let you guys know....DAMN SCAVENGERS LOL!
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ah well. im just gonna have to figure out something to do with the set of waffles i have then
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i almost got the same set up as u notveryhappyjack.. Tokico Blues, rb spring, n rb front sway bar. i love the drop on the front but im not likeing the rear. sits a bit high. any one got pix of ST rear springs on?




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