Ruslow coils installed
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Ruslow coils installed
Gang,
Slotted some time yesterday to finally remove the Eibach springs and replace with specific rate coils from Ruslow.
In not knowing exactly how much drop the coils would yield, a set of 1" coil spacers were initially utilized. The result was an even stance with the rear.
Out of curiosity, the spacers were removed and the end result is PERFECT.
17.25" from center of wheel to fender lip (using Sir Spike's drop criteria) Here
As for handling improvement in conjunction with my prefered driving style, local road conditions, desired function (handling first, drop second), etc., they perform most excellent. Still need to get the alignment dialed in though.
On a side note and for *****s and giggles, I timed the removal of the driver's side coil from loosening the lugs to tightening them upon completion. Total time was 17 minutes, 39 seconds using ONLY hand tools, no air tools whatsoever.
THANKS STAN!!!
Slotted some time yesterday to finally remove the Eibach springs and replace with specific rate coils from Ruslow.
In not knowing exactly how much drop the coils would yield, a set of 1" coil spacers were initially utilized. The result was an even stance with the rear.
Out of curiosity, the spacers were removed and the end result is PERFECT.
17.25" from center of wheel to fender lip (using Sir Spike's drop criteria) Here
As for handling improvement in conjunction with my prefered driving style, local road conditions, desired function (handling first, drop second), etc., they perform most excellent. Still need to get the alignment dialed in though.
On a side note and for *****s and giggles, I timed the removal of the driver's side coil from loosening the lugs to tightening them upon completion. Total time was 17 minutes, 39 seconds using ONLY hand tools, no air tools whatsoever.
THANKS STAN!!!
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From: On the side of the Road attempting to explain 135 miles per hour
Frank,
muwahahahaha.... doom on them... or something
Capt.
yes sir. JMHO, Eibach's drop was too much and the progressive rate made the front end spongy. They just didn't fit the desired result.
Bob
muwahahahaha.... doom on them... or something
Capt.
yes sir. JMHO, Eibach's drop was too much and the progressive rate made the front end spongy. They just didn't fit the desired result.
Bob
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Robert:
I am thinking hard about doing SoCal's drop setup. They use Eibach springs in the front and you have me thinking. I do feel the stock springs are waaay too mushy and don't like the wallow in the curves - even sweepers - as it is. There is still a part of me that has concern over too much drop with my 18"s, because of all the f$ucking dips in this town...
Anyway, thanks for the report, hope it does what you want!
brad
Anyway, thanks for the report, hope it does what you want!
brad
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Bob, I agree with you on the spongy feel of the Eibach's. Over rough road surfaces, it almost feels like the wheels are bouncing. I wonder if different shocks would fix this? I'm currently still running the stock Bilsteins. With the drop, they aren't working to their full potential.
Bob
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Originally posted by Chainsaw13
Bob, I agree with you on the spongy feel of the Eibach's. Over rough road surfaces, it almost feels like the wheels are bouncing. I wonder if different shocks would fix this? I'm currently still running the stock Bilsteins. With the drop, they aren't working to their full potential.
Bob
Bob, I agree with you on the spongy feel of the Eibach's. Over rough road surfaces, it almost feels like the wheels are bouncing. I wonder if different shocks would fix this? I'm currently still running the stock Bilsteins. With the drop, they aren't working to their full potential.
Bob
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With the drop, they aren't working to their full potential
I agree it is not all Eibachs fault.. hehe
Jim,
I did the same as you on my former 87 stang (Koni reds instead of Tokicos however) but they were part of the suspension parts done all at once so I didn't have the opportunity to have to go at it again, thank goodness.
I do have a set of 9-way adjustable front shocks ready for install once I get a baseline setting figured out.
QA1's are on the short list once the appropriations committee (read: wife) allows.
Bob
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Originally posted by jmimac351
Bob, this is from a different application but I would bet the same is true here... on my '92 mustang I installed eibach springs with the stock struts that were in good shape at the time. The stock stuts could not even come close to controlling that spring. The ride was bouncy with some bottoming. A swap to some tokico 5-way adjustables cured it instantly. With my other cars, and witnessing the experience of my friends with their cars - it is very difficult to "just" swap the springs without also replacing the strut with one that can control the spring. The stock struts are designed with certain parameters in mind and when you try and couple a stiffer spring with reduced travel with the stock struts the combo can be less than ideal. This is not exclusive to Eibach springs. I think you'll find the same regardless of the spring you use. This is a common problem when you try to match an aftermarket spring with a stock strut. That's why you see those slammed Hondas bouncing down the road. If you want it right you're likely going to have to pony up for some struts. I'm not sure whether adjustable struts are available for our trucks but if you can find some I think you will be surprised with how much you can tune in our out.
Jim
Bob, this is from a different application but I would bet the same is true here... on my '92 mustang I installed eibach springs with the stock struts that were in good shape at the time. The stock stuts could not even come close to controlling that spring. The ride was bouncy with some bottoming. A swap to some tokico 5-way adjustables cured it instantly. With my other cars, and witnessing the experience of my friends with their cars - it is very difficult to "just" swap the springs without also replacing the strut with one that can control the spring. The stock struts are designed with certain parameters in mind and when you try and couple a stiffer spring with reduced travel with the stock struts the combo can be less than ideal. This is not exclusive to Eibach springs. I think you'll find the same regardless of the spring you use. This is a common problem when you try to match an aftermarket spring with a stock strut. That's why you see those slammed Hondas bouncing down the road. If you want it right you're likely going to have to pony up for some struts. I'm not sure whether adjustable struts are available for our trucks but if you can find some I think you will be surprised with how much you can tune in our out.
Jim
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Re: Ruslow coils installed
Originally posted by Speedin Bob
Gang,
Total time was 17 minutes, 39 seconds using ONLY hand tools, no air tools whatsoever.
Gang,
Total time was 17 minutes, 39 seconds using ONLY hand tools, no air tools whatsoever.
Join a pit crew man!!! Nice work!!
