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springs - 6/13/2008 4:25:23 PM

wondercar

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did anyone hear about how cheap springs sag a bunch after they are in the car? i thought aftermarket springs were supposed to not sag?

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RE: springs - 6/13/2008 4:26:30 PM

Sebba

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What do you mean?

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RE: springs - 6/13/2008 5:10:38 PM

Kaede.Noir

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no idea.... but everything CHEAP tends to FAIL!

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RE: springs - 6/14/2008 2:58:44 PM

Rob

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Junk springs will sag, and good springs will sag over time.

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RE: springs - 6/14/2008 4:54:30 PM

silvercoupe97

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No, junk springs will just fail and good springs will sag over time, lol.

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RE: springs - 6/16/2008 3:39:32 PM

wondercar

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im looking for a good ride height, and im all about quality. what companies do you guys suggest? still trying to figure out all the possibilities and set ups. (yes, i know it could be infinite) just looking for trustworthy goods.

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RE: springs - 6/16/2008 4:53:01 PM

silvercoupe97

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Eibach and Koni/KYB (shocks) are a good combo.

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