Which springs for me?

[Rush]

So after a year and a half of riding around on my Ground Controls .. I've had enough. The roads around here are just too poorly maintained, and I have to do too much driving (for both classes & work), for the harsh ride that they give. The handling is great -- but my butt! Augh!

That said, I'm now looking to change back to springs. Only thing is -- I want the maximum possible drop.

I've been reading around (this (http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=58798) thread really helped), and it looks like the springs that give the maximum drop would be Spool, or the ION Performance Race. However, either type is almost impossible to find.

Next up looks like the Eibach Sportlines, which are what I'm leaning towards at the moment.

But does anyone have any feedback on the Eibach Sportlines? Do they REALLY lower that much? For the life of me, I can't find any pics of them on a MSP -- not that those pics would really apply to me anyway, at least in the rear, since I now have Tokico Illumina struts.

I've also found Megan Racing springs that supposedly lower 2" .. but then according to what I read here on the forums, it's really only about 1.6" .. I'm worried that's going to happen with the Sportlines. That they claim 1.8" and it'll turn out to be 1" or something like that.

The last thing I want is to feel like my MSP is a 4x4 after my Ground Controls, so .. Advice? :)

[y0sky]

I have spool springs on my car and they drop about the same as TEIN I remember one of my friends on the forums having sportlines and they were a really nice drop. I will try to find a pic

[505zoom]

With those illuminas, snag yourself a set of Espelirs. Perfect drop, and fantastic ride quality.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/119/novshoot5.JPG

[jeg0024]

Goldlines give a killer drop(see sig) but aren't that great for handling. I liked the ride, it wasn't stiff at all.

[y0sky]

sportlines in this pic

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=97339

[K. Soze]

Do you have a source for those Sportlines? When I was looking, I couldn't find them anywhere. When I would find a site that said they had them, I would call to find out that they acutally did not have them.

Just giving you a heads up, but you probably already had an idea of how hard they are to find.

[theEZV]

if you want the max possible drop, get sprint springs

[HighwayUFO]

Time and time again I will say it, and it is probably the cheapest. Intrax lowering springs for a 89-92 Ford Probe. Part number 30.1.008

www.intraxsuspension.com

[BlueWolfCry]

of all the springs I've seen, I'd say the goldlines give the lowest drop.

BTW, are you selling the gc's then? If so, let me know!

[Rush]

if you want the max possible drop, get sprint springs
I considered those .. but it seems they're even harder to find than the Eibach Sportlines. Plus, they only lower an additional 0.02" over the Sportlines, I can't decide if the hassle to find them would be worth that extra lil' bit .. But do you know of a source where I could pick up the Sprints?

Oh, and there was also that 'bad' run of springs that Sprint did. I dunno how I'd avoid them.


Time and time again I will say it, and it is probably the cheapest. Intrax lowering springs for a 89-92 Ford Probe. Part number 30.1.008

www.intraxsuspension.com (http://www.intraxsuspension.com)
I looked on the site .. 1.8" in front and 1.7" in rear. Not quite as much as the Sportlines -- and it gives a list price of $289 for the Intrax! Do you know of anywhere to buy 'em that actually does give a good deal? .. Cause buying directly doesn't look like the winning option.


BTW, are you selling the gc's then? If so, let me know!
I will wind up selling my GC's eventually -- I'll let you know when I put 'em up for sale. :)

[hollar1211]

Rush - when you ordered your GC coilovers did you get a specific set or was there only one for the MSP? I'm having some installed now and the mechanic says they don't fit over the struts, which are tokico, and i'm pretty sure are stock. or did ground control possibly send me a set for a base protege?

and to help your search, every car i've seen with eibach sportlines have had a great looking stance.

[RallyeRedSi]

IDK I have GC coilovers on my ride for 2 and a half year on New York City Street, ride is harsh but i guess I'm used to it from driving real low cars for 6 years


Heres a suggestion though drop looks good
Sprint springs
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123628219

here where he said he got them "i think they call suspensionmax..try search their website.
give them a call they will do $129 SHIPPED"

[HighwayUFO]

The drop specifications are for a Ford Probe. Pretty sure you could find them on ebay for cheaper. Would it help if I posted up a profile shot of my car?

Here ya go buddy. And they have 50 available.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/INTRAX-LOWERING-SPRINGS-88-92-FORD-PROBE-TURBO_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el12 47QQcategoryZ33582QQihZ010QQitemZ200184822944QQrdZ 1QQsspagenameZWD1V

[Viralphrame]

With those illuminas, snag yourself a set of Espelirs. Perfect drop, and fantastic ride quality.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/119/novshoot5.JPG

what do you have your front and rears set to?

[vinnie mack]

i'm interested in this as well.. i was just thinking it as I opened msprotege.com then i saw this thread so thanks Rush! lol.

My concerns aside from ride quality is the way the car was designed to handle with what it has. I wouldn't want to go with something that is more of a cosmetic drop and have the handling turn upside down to pure shit.

With saying that I also wouldnt want to put too much stress on the Tokicos.. so in the end I keep thinking true coilovers.

[HighwayUFO]

With my drop, the ride is still pretty plush yet solid. The steering feels a bit heavier, which is the way I like it. I hated sneezing only to find myself opposing traffic.

[Rush]

With my drop, the ride is still pretty plush yet solid. The steering feels a bit heavier, which is the way I like it. I hated sneezing only to find myself opposing traffic.
What kind of wheels/tires are you riding on? Are those 18" wheels and 35 series tires?

Just wondering so I can have some reference to my own setup. :)

[lowpro35]

thought about progress??? i had a set on and the drop to me was great. unfortunately no pic, but it's very agressive looking. makes car sit right over top of tire with only 1 finger gap....if that. i still have them actually. i'd be willing to let 'em go cheap if you are intrested. only on car for maybe 2k miles before i did the ksports.

[lowpro35]

the stats on the progress springs say 2" drop all the way around. mines are yours for 80 cold green ones

[505zoom]

I hated sneezing only to find myself opposing traffic.

LOL!

I was going to switch to the MP3 steering rack and this was the exact reason I decided to hold off. :)

[Viralphrame]

LOL!

I was going to switch to the MP3 steering rack and this was the exact reason I decided to hold off. :)

poke poke

what do you have your illuminas set to with your espelirs in the pic you posted previously in this thread? :)

[HighwayUFO]

Wheels are still 17's with a 35 series tire. Don't make me come out there and make you a believer Rush. lol

[505zoom]

poke poke

what do you have your illuminas set to with your espelirs in the pic you posted previously in this thread? :)

Oops, sorry, didn't realize your other post was directed at me. I only have the illuminas in the rear, and I have them set at "4".

[FunkyBuddha]

When I got the car in January I think I had Progress springs in it. The ride was ok. Not the greatest. Gave no wheel gap up front and maybe 1 finger in the back. Raked look.

I pretty much have the last set of Ion Race springs. They're by far better in ride comfort. They raised the car a bit. Still gives me a raked look. And they're pretty stiff as well. The car has oversteer now compared to the understeering Progress stuff. And it's more predictable and controlled. Easier to push to the limit. If you can match these with the Illuminas you will be set.

[jimmyrobo]

I hate to thread-jack but im in the market for new struts/springs as well.

Im thinking of the EIbach sports, but have no idea what strut.

Id like to lower the car slightly, but im also on a budget.

If i get the springs and illuminati struts, do i need any other parts. (camber kit, plates, mounts etc?)

[hollar1211]

highway ufo - any chance you have a pic with the stock racing hearts on?

[MSPLIFE]

my car has 18in rims wrap in 215 35 18. Which springs will give me a solid feel that when i punch it i dont feel to much play! at the same time a good job getting rid of the gaps(no more than a finger gap in both f and b?


Any input will be apreciated!!! Thanks

[lowpro35]

my car has 18in rims wrap in 215 35 18. Which springs will give me a solid feel that when i punch it i dont feel to much play! at the same time a good job getting rid of the gaps(no more than a finger gap in both f and b?


Any input will be apreciated!!! Thanks

there are springs that help a little with that but some solid dampeners/ adjustables in combination with said spring will get you the effect i believe you are looking for. without too much of a ride sacrifice.

[kamon8404]

I have the falken tuned springs and I wish I had a little more drop :(.

[theEZV]

I have the falken tuned springs and I wish I had a little more drop :(.

+1. they are great springs, but i wish the front was just a little lower

[kamon8404]

+1. they are great springs, but i wish the front was just a little lower

yeah, 100 times better than stock though.