Lowering Spring install help

[420aPJ]

So while my Eagle Talon Esi was out of commission, I decided to gather alot of parts which was a terrible idea since I didnt have money when I needed it. Any who my dad came across some Spec-D lowering springs on craigslist. New still in box for 20 bucks!!! Thats a steal but I was a little worried since I had never heard of the company. It has close to the same stock spring rate off by 3 pounds in the rear. First question is should i trust these unknown springs? Second Question is how hard would it be to install these myself? I have never installed springs or shocks on an Eagle car. Before I was working with BMWs. What tools would I need? Thanks guys.

Oh and sorry if this is in the wrong place. I am still a newbie and it wont let me post in the proper section.

 

[Chicken Patty]

First question is should i trust these unknown springs?

I can't even find that as a brand. Maybe the brand is something else? Anyhow, if it's unknown I wouldn't trust them. I bought some unknown springs once and they were great for about three or so months. Then they started to sag so much I had to get rid of them ASAP. The ride went from perfect to the worst! Stay away if it's a unknown brand.

I can recommend the Megan Racing Lowering Springs. They are cheap ($100) and ride pretty good. It's about a 2" drop. I had a set on my car before I switched to coilovers, they are still going on my buddies car riding great!

Second Question is how hard would it be to install these myself? I have never installed springs or shocks on an Eagle car. Before I was working with BMWs. What tools would I need? Thanks guys.

As far as tools, not sure which ones exactly but it's just basic tools. You can rent a spring compressor at the auto parts and return it when done. It's a basic job that should take no more than two to three hours to complete at the most.

 

[420aPJ]

Ok. I found the website. They also make springs for the 3g. And i will check out the Megans today. I heard alot of good stuff about them. But if i get those Im sure I will have to get a camber kit and change my shocks too. Oh well. So much for a deal

 

[Chicken Patty]

Ok. I found the website. They also make springs for the 3g. And i will check out the Megans today. I heard alot of good stuff about them. But if i get those Im sure I will have to get a camber kit and change my shocks too. Oh well. So much for a deal

That's pretty much with any lowering springs. The more of a drop you get, the quicker the shocks go since the travel will be reduced the most and they are more prone to bottoming out. Go on eBay, they sell shock/spring combos for our cars that are very affordable and ride great. I believe Eibach makes them.

 

[420aPJ]

Ok thanks, I will check it out.

 

[WolfsFang]

ill let you know right now. when i went to change my shocks and springs it was a PITA!! it may of been just my car but alot of the bolts were frozen so we torched them to loosen them. plus we needed to cut 3 of the 4 springs in half in order to get the bumperstop.

 

[dsmspickdad]

Definitely, get a camber kit with a drop it throws the camber off and the handling will be comprised.

 

[420aPJ]

Lol after that statement I just want to take it to a shop.

 

[Chicken Patty]

Lol after that statement I just want to take it to a shop.

It won't be compromised as far as your car loosing control over a rock . When the tires get negative camber the inside of the tire is the one having contact with the ground thus less grip. Also they wear unevenly. Just get a camber kit and install it along with the setup you choose. Then just get it aligned and voila!

 

[420aPJ]

Is this ebay camber kit worth anything? Its only 150 soooooo im hoping it is.

 

[Chicken Patty]

Is this ebay camber kit worth anything? Its only 150 soooooo im hoping it is.

Which kit is that?

Look into ingalls for camber kits.

 

[420aPJ]

FRONT REAR CAMBER KIT ECLIPSE 95-99 2G GST GS 420A 4G63: eBay Motors (item 270629458765 end time Oct-30-10 16:09:17 PDT)

Im not sure how to post links. But that is it. The title is "Front Rear Camber Kit Eclipse 95-99 2g"

and which ignalls kit? Any specific site?

 

[Chicken Patty]

FRONT REAR CAMBER KIT ECLIPSE 95-99 2G GST GS 420A 4G63: eBay Motors (item 270629458765 end time Oct-30-10 16:09:17 PDT)

Im not sure how to post links. But that is it. The title is "Front Rear Camber Kit Eclipse 95-99 2g"

and which ignalls kit? Any specific site?

Check this page out.

EXTREME PSI : Your #1 Source for In Stock Performance Parts

 

[96_killer]

It won't be compromised as far as your car loosing control over a rock .

How big is the ROCK????

 

[420aPJ]

Im guessing the size of a pebble

 

[eburg2490skillz]

Hey guys i bought h and r pro series springs for my car the other day. i was planning on putting them on this weekend and renting a spring compressor at my local auto store. it is a 2 inch drop in the front and 1.75 inch drop in the rear. they are slightly used so the springs are "broken in". i own a 1996 eagle talon tsi awd and i was wondiering if i only need an alignment? do i "have" to buy new shocks or camber kit? i just got all new oem shocks the other month if that helps. appreciate the help