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Old 02-14-2013, 11:13 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Front Springs, Suggestions? I need to replace them.

What is better progressive springs or stock? This is where my car sits up in front. photo.jpg
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Old 02-15-2013, 08:19 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Define better. Lower? Better handling?
What are you trying to accomplish with the spring change.
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Old 02-15-2013, 09:39 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Don't forget (if you haven't done it already) to consider giving the the ol' Shelby/Arning Drop while you are at it.
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I don't want to lower and it's definitely for better handling I already put in the kyb shocks.
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Progressives give you the combination of the ride quality of an OE spring with the performance of a higher rate spring when compressed. If you want to handle better than stock then definitely the Arning Drop and definitely not stock springs.
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I'm putting 215/60 all around. I just don't want tire clearance issues. So I will be ok with progressive then?
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Old 02-18-2013, 08:42 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Progressive springs with your tires and the arning drop will probably cause tire rub. Arning drop will lower the car about 5/8 and the progressive springs sit lower as well. I'd do the arning drop and buy some springs from detroit spring (eaton), Buy the heavier coil spring made for the hippo v8 and you won't believe it's the same car. John
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