Intrax Springs- anyone have experience?
09-11-02, 02:24 AM
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Intrax Springs- anyone have experience?
Hey, i was wondering, if anyone had experience with the lowering springs for our cars.....Intrax springs. They are pretty cheap! and they sound really good.
Ride changes? Thanks
Evan
Ride changes? Thanks
Evan
09-11-02, 08:21 AM
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I heard they were too soft, but I guess some people will like that. They make our cars the lowest that I've seen. HKS did make a set that lowered the car 1.5" but can't find them now.
09-11-02, 09:50 AM
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Agreed. I had them on my TII. Too much body roll, really crap springs IMHO. Also, my front always sat a little lower than the back, did anyone else have that problem with Intrax? If all you want is your car lowered, then these springs are probably ok for you. They do make the car ride pretty low. But if you expect some performance bang for your buck, stay away.
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09-11-02, 10:08 AM
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I think I might get these but need to see how much they lower the car.
http://www.rxecret7.com/rotorworks/1709-sz002.html
http://www.rxecret7.com/rotorworks/1709-sz002.html
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09-11-02, 10:36 AM
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Originally posted by Arpus
I think those are the same ones that RX7FC3S has on his car. I think it's lowered about 1.5 - 2 inches from stock, but I'm not sure. His car looks to be at the perfect height for all types of driving.
I think those are the same ones that RX7FC3S has on his car. I think it's lowered about 1.5 - 2 inches from stock, but I'm not sure. His car looks to be at the perfect height for all types of driving.
09-11-02, 05:38 PM
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I have the intrax spring on my car. The specs say 1.6 inchs lower than stock. On a 10-15 year old car it only sits about 1 inch lower because the stock springs are so shot. Great if you just want to lower your car. Ive never had any problems with them.
09-12-02, 12:54 AM
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since we're sorta on the topic of suspension.........can someone tell me what coilovers do to your car? and will you need new shocks and struts still or what? thanks alot
09-12-02, 01:07 AM
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From what i hear racing beat is about as good as it gets for us 2nd genners they are a 1 inch drop about the same as all springs and they are linear rate that is for racing and dragging hks has some nice springs but they are progressive as is eibach so im not down with them but they are good springs no doubt
09-12-02, 10:19 AM
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why would I be kidding? Is this a retorical ? or something? If your suspension is softer its going to squat when you launch putting more weight to the back tires. Please prove me wrong smarty pants.
09-12-02, 11:04 AM
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DC350,
Not worse, I'd say, but not really much better. You always, always, ALWAYS get what you pay for with these things. The springs WILL lower your COG, but they give the car a sloppy handling feel. Not desirable. Hope this helps!
Steve
Not worse, I'd say, but not really much better. You always, always, ALWAYS get what you pay for with these things. The springs WILL lower your COG, but they give the car a sloppy handling feel. Not desirable. Hope this helps!
Steve
09-12-02, 12:13 PM
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Originally posted by von
why would I be kidding? Is this a retorical ? or something? If your suspension is softer its going to squat when you launch putting more weight to the back tires. Please prove me wrong smarty pants.
why would I be kidding? Is this a retorical ? or something? If your suspension is softer its going to squat when you launch putting more weight to the back tires. Please prove me wrong smarty pants.
09-12-02, 01:37 PM
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btw, with these springs, and 17s, my car rubbed REALLY bad on the mountains. I mean really REALLY bad. even with rolled fenders. Another thing I didn't like about 'em. I'm beginning to wonder why I even left them on in the first place. =P
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09-12-02, 02:02 PM
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Originally posted by MtnRacer
btw, with these springs, and 17s, my car rubbed REALLY bad on the mountains. I mean really REALLY bad. even with rolled fenders. Another thing I didn't like about 'em. I'm beginning to wonder why I even left them on in the first place. =P
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btw, with these springs, and 17s, my car rubbed REALLY bad on the mountains. I mean really REALLY bad. even with rolled fenders. Another thing I didn't like about 'em. I'm beginning to wonder why I even left them on in the first place. =P
Steve
09-13-02, 02:44 AM
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I was running 215/45/17 Dunlops. What kind of springs you want depend on how much dough you wanna spend. But for budget racing, you usually can't go wrong with Racing Beat. They make great stuff.
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