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benben01
04-23-2009, 02:36 PM
Just ordered H&R lowering springs for the 9. Since there is NO application specifically for the 9, I order the ones for the Edge. Will post pics when I get them installed in the coming week(s).
CX9 SportOwner
04-23-2009, 02:41 PM
They come with replacement bump stops?
benben01
04-23-2009, 02:43 PM
dunno... usually cut the oem ones in half or live with the fact that you have 1.75" less suspension travel.
CX9 SportOwner
04-23-2009, 02:49 PM
Do before and afters, both handling tests, and photos. I'm just not convinced it's worth it.
benben01
04-23-2009, 02:53 PM
Of course... Will give a full honest review when I am done.
CX9 SportOwner
04-23-2009, 03:00 PM
don't forget to keep all the old parts.
vikefan7
04-23-2009, 03:01 PM
Please just lie and say they're better. :)
benben01
04-23-2009, 03:06 PM
Theoritically, they should be at least be on par with OEM ride comfort and performance. The Edge AWD is a couple hundred pounds less than a AWD CX-9. Given the fact that H&R and Eibachs are supposedly 10-15% stiffer than OEM springs, that should bring us on par with the OEM springs of the 9 if they are in fact different from the Edge in terms of spring rates
wontonjon
04-26-2009, 01:38 PM
are you doing a DIY or having it installed. if DIY, post up a DIY install for us to see!

good luck with it. before/after pictures as well. :)
benben01
04-26-2009, 11:48 PM
Prolly DIY. I figured, if I am dropping a few hundred for labor, I might as well get some tools out of it :)
benben01
04-27-2009, 10:55 PM
The springs are here...

http://i40.tinypic.com/xo14cg.jpg
jdmitchell
04-28-2009, 01:34 AM
hurry up and put em on, I can't wait to hear what you think. My wife will be so pissed, we just traded in our dropped Denali for a CX-9 and she asked me if would be doing anything to this vehicle.......uh yes!
benben01
04-28-2009, 06:44 AM
who are you telling??? this is gonna be a stealth install as the wife hates "lowered" cars.
Mx5+Cx9
04-28-2009, 04:20 PM
Nice. I'm also interested in hearing about how this works out for you.
benben01
04-29-2009, 11:49 AM
Got my 33 gallon air compressor last night.. hopefully, i will have it installed next week when I play hookie from work :)
CX9 SportOwner
04-29-2009, 01:32 PM
I wish I had room for a 33

Here's a little something to congratulate you on your new compressor...

(blowup)
benben01
04-29-2009, 04:09 PM
It's an upright 33 gallon. Takes up a lot less room than you think.
CX9 SportOwner
04-29-2009, 04:16 PM
I know. I assumed it was an upright. I just have no room for it. I have a little 12gal tucked under my shelves.
Mx5+Cx9
04-29-2009, 07:51 PM
lol. and here I am getting all excited about my Craftsman 3gallon compressor from Sears!
vikefan7
04-30-2009, 11:44 AM
I'm still dreaming of owning a compressor and of having the need for one.
CX9 SportOwner
04-30-2009, 02:29 PM
I couldn't survive without a compressor. Hey vikefan, did you look at that trans cooler?
jayjoshjake
02-04-2011, 01:31 PM
Sorry to bring an old thread back but I was wondering if there's any pics after he installed the springs.
Wisconsin Proud
02-04-2011, 07:09 PM
Sorry to bring an old thread back but I was wondering if there's any pics after he installed the springs.

No, but I sure enjoyed the compressor talk. Man, that was exciting!
Mx5+Cx9
02-07-2011, 05:47 AM
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123742525-It-s-Lowered&highlight=lowering

above is the link to the thread where he posted pictures of his lowered 9.
Wisconsin Proud
02-07-2011, 07:18 PM
looks more like a high wagon (think subaru) than an SUV.