They do stiffen the ride up a bit mate, But it not enough to worry about.
Only issue is what for kerbs.
Only issue is what for kerbs.
Eibachs?
Although I've fancied one for a while, I bought the ST on the recommendation that it has poke when you need it, and my 9 year old Toyota Avensis was well beyond its sell by date. Under normal driving, the ST ride is smooth and civilised and it's a great feeling when you leave some wasuk in an Astra standing when he tries to get keen. I notice though that an immediate mod seems to be Eibachs, I understand the advantages of these springs but do they harden up the ride? I should add here that the poke delivered by the 2.5 turbo has added replacement underwear to my wife's Christmas list
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I didn't find that they changed the ride comfort too much although it will obviously be a little harder (it won't remove your fillings though
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) but the cornering improves dramatically with the Eibachs on.
Hi,
Had a set of Eibachs fitted to mine yesterday at Profile. I was concerned that the ride was gonna be too hard aswell (especially with the condition of the roads by me) Needn't have worried - if anything the car rides alot better and you notice far less role when going into a corner and overall the car seems far better planted on the road. My advice is go for it - from what I can see its one of the cheapest and best mods you can do to the
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IMHO
Dave
Had a set of Eibachs fitted to mine yesterday at Profile. I was concerned that the ride was gonna be too hard aswell (especially with the condition of the roads by me) Needn't have worried - if anything the car rides alot better and you notice far less role when going into a corner and overall the car seems far better planted on the road. My advice is go for it - from what I can see its one of the cheapest and best mods you can do to the
Dave
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QUOTE(3DGuru @ 12 Dec 2009, 06:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Hi,
Had a set of Eibachs fitted to mine yesterday at Profile. I was concerned that the ride was gonna be too hard aswell (especially with the condition of the roads by me) Needn't have worried - if anything the car rides alot better and you notice far less role when going into a corner and overall the car seems far better planted on the road. My advice is go for it - from what I can see its one of the cheapest and best mods you can do to the
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IMHO
Dave
I agree all the way Dave just go for it Gerry you wont regret it
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Had a set of Eibachs fitted to mine yesterday at Profile. I was concerned that the ride was gonna be too hard aswell (especially with the condition of the roads by me) Needn't have worried - if anything the car rides alot better and you notice far less role when going into a corner and overall the car seems far better planted on the road. My advice is go for it - from what I can see its one of the cheapest and best mods you can do to the
Dave
I agree all the way Dave just go for it Gerry you wont regret it
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I thought the
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was low enough already and handled great........then i had it lowered and can't believe how
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it felt before ! Just had some spacers fitted and im feeling the same again ! Just take it a bit easier over the speed bumps when loaded up !
The Eibachs are grrreat but the remap has to come first. Whatever you won't regret it.
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QUOTE(treborrobert2 @ 12 Dec 2009, 08:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>The Eibachs are grrreat but the remap has to come first. Whatever you won't regret it.
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Eibachs improve the handling so much & there is hardly any difference in ride quality.
Get them done, you won't regret it.
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Get them done, you won't regret it.
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QUOTE(J50NST @ 12 Dec 2009, 10:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>How do they effect going over bumps etc? Have to slow down more? How about multi storeys etc?
I avoid them on my way to work, but to be honest, I did before I had it lowered!!!!!
If I find a bump I think will be too much, I take it at an angle if it's at all possible.
We have been on and off the Eurotunnel 4 times recently and have been made to climb to the upper deck. The
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took it well, no scrapes at all
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Laura & I MUST discuss our posts before we reply, considering we are sat next to each other!!!!!!
I avoid them on my way to work, but to be honest, I did before I had it lowered!!!!!
If I find a bump I think will be too much, I take it at an angle if it's at all possible.
We have been on and off the Eurotunnel 4 times recently and have been made to climb to the upper deck. The
EDIT::
Laura & I MUST discuss our posts before we reply, considering we are sat next to each other!!!!!!
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Thanks everyone, I'm planning to get the Mountune and exhaust upgrade in the new year and Eibachs are now on the list too
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Hi all, Ive just bought the lowering kit after reading everyone is loving the ride and cornering... but I was wondering if anyone knows a good place to get them and a full engine service done doen in sunny Southend ?????
Thanks Guys !!!
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QUOTE(Dazza123 @ 13 Dec 2009, 11:05 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I'd go for it mate but be careful, make sure you get the pro kit because the lesser ones make the handling of the car worse than the standard springs.
That's a new one on me, never heard that before.
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To the OP get them fitted +1 from me, superb.
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That's a new one on me, never heard that before.
To the OP get them fitted +1 from me, superb.
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