Eibach Sportline lowering springs

[drummerdude]

I bought a set of sportline lowering springs and haven't installed them yet. I have a few questions that maybe you guys could help me with.1: Is it a fairly easy install, could i do it myself and if so what special tools would i nee other than the typical sockets and wrenches.2: what could i expect as far as ride comfort, handling, and if anyone knows what the "G" rating... as of now with the 17"ers i read it was somewhere around 1 or like .9....3: will it effect my gas mileage at all (wind resistance)4: and should it affect the sway of the car when the wind blows at 70 mph.thanks for all suggestions and advice.

[Sub-Vibe-R]

Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »1: Is it a fairly easy install, could i do it myself and if so what special tools would i nee other than the typical sockets and wrenches.I installed myself my Tein spring and I do not have much knowledge for this.You'll need a spring compressor, wrench and an impact gun and compressor will be very usefull.Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »3: will it effect my gas mileage at all (wind resistance)I did not notice any fuel consumption decrease... may be yes, but nothing bigQuote, originally posted by drummerdude »4: and should it affect the sway of the car when the wind blows at 70 mph.Yes, it does. With a drop the car will be less affected by lateral wind

[scherry2]

Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »1: Is it a fairly easy install, could i do it myself and if so what special tools would i nee other than the typical sockets and wrenches. yes you can do it yourself 4 floor jacks are real helpfull in the rear 2 for the body and 2 for the crossbeam.Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »2: what could i expect as far as ride comfort, handling. rougher than regular but you grow to love it. Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »3: will it effect my gas mileage at all (wind resistance)I haven't noticed a real difference. Quote, originally posted by drummerdude »4: and should it affect the sway of the car when the wind blows at 70 mph.being lower to the ground there is little sway. try the on ramp on your local interstate before and after you change the springs you'll see when you hit 50 mph just take your time and you might want to call the local parts store (auto zone ect..) they changed my springs on the struts for $15.00 each. thats if you don't feel safe using a spring compressor.

[jrdiesel]

I just installed my sportline springs on Sunday. The whole install took 3 hours, but we weren't exactly rushing. The car looks great, and handles good to. I have noticed that I am bouncing in my seat more to compensate for the car not bouncing as much (if that makes sense). I am very happy, but I think that my struts didn't go together quite right, because 1 of 10 bumps I get a muffled thump from the front. Not too loud , and doesn't sound too serious. I will get my machanic to double check his work later.

[savedbyzero]

The ride isn't affected that much at all. For example, my wife couldn't even tell the difference! I was afraid she would be like, "This thing bounces! Tak'em off!" But she actually loves the way it looks and rides!

[drummerdude]

Thanks for all the info!! very helpful. I think i will have my auto parts store change the actual springs as i have never even seen a strut compressor except for on the internet. thanks to all for your input.