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Looking for aftermarket springs that are good for lapping.

Old Dec 1, 2007 | 09:51 AM
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Looking for aftermarket springs that are good for lapping.

Hey guys, I am looking for some info on lowering springs that do not hinder lapping performance. I have read that some springs can mess up the geometry of the suspension like the roll center. Any input from experienced road racers would be much appreciated. The rest of the suspension is stock by the way.

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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 11:50 AM
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try searching.

eibachs are pretty popular. so are some others but harder to source.
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 11:51 AM
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If you are planning to keep the shocks stock, go with Eibach springs. They work well on the track.

Here are shots from back around 2003 when I had that setup:

http://mahjik.homestead.com/files/FD...P/9F9B4543.jpg
http://mahjik.homestead.com/files/FD...P/9F9B4553.jpg
http://mahjik.homestead.com/files/FD...P/9F9B4695.jpg
http://mahjik.homestead.com/files/FD...P/9F9B4736.jpg
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 04:53 PM
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Thanks guys!
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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mahjik, are those pictures the pro kits?
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 03:12 PM
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mahjik, are those pictures the pro kits?
Yep.
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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 04:07 PM
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wow, your pictures appear to be much lower than almost anyones ive seen?

is your car an r1, on stock struts?
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